SILVIS, Ill. (AP) — Steve Stricker has won the John Deere Classic for the second straight year, holding on for a two-shot victory after leading by seven strokes.
Stricker shot a 1-under par 70 in Sunday’s final round to finish at 26-under 258. He edged Paul Goydos, who dazzled the golf world with a 59 in the opening round.
Stricker entered the last round having set a 54-hole PGA Tour record and ahead by six strokes. He went up by seven after a birdie on the first hole.
Stricker had to battle the rest of the way but sealed his victory with a 6-foot birdie putt on No. 17. Goydos’ final chance ended when he hit into the water on No. 18.
