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Top Golfers Miss Cut at John Deere Classic
4 Jul
Summary
- Cutline set at 3 under par, with top 65 and ties advancing.
- Notable players like Jackson Koivun and Webb Simpson missed the cut.
- Defending champion Brian Campbell will not defend his title.
The 2026 John Deere Classic reached its halfway point on Friday, July 4th, with the cutline set at 3 under par. This means the top 65 players and ties will compete in the final two rounds, while the rest of the field has been eliminated.
Several notable golfers failed to advance. The professional debut of highly-touted amateur Jackson Koivun did not go as planned, as he struggled with his game around the greens. Defending champion Brian Campbell also missed the cut, continuing the tournament's streak without a repeat winner. Other significant names heading home include Michael Thorbjornsen, who finished one shot outside the cutline, and former U.S. Open champion Webb Simpson.
Young talents also faced challenges. Luke Clanton, who tied for second in 2024, has struggled in his professional career and missed this cut. Aldrich Potgieter and Garrick Higgo, both multiple-time winners, are also among those who won't play the weekend. Mason Howell, the third-youngest U.S. Amateur champion, also missed the cut in his PGA Tour debut, but at 19, he is expected to return to college golf at the University of Georgia.
