In his third start ever in the John Deere Classic, Homa fires an 8-under 63, his best opening-round score on the PGA Tour. That's good enough to get him into a tie for second after the early wave, a shot back of tournament leader Doug Ghim.

The PGA Tour rolls into TPC Deere Run for the 2025 John Deere Classic for Fourth of July weekend. The friendly confines of northern Illinois will offer up a chance for another first-time winner as the field is relatively light on star power.

The first round of the John Deere Classic in Silvis, Illinois unfolded on Thursday, with Doug Ghim holding the solo lead after an impressive 9-under-par performance. Max Homa and Austin Eckroat sit just behind him,