Max Homa, a six-time PGA Tour winner, is closing in on his seventh title at the 2025 John Deere Classic. After completing his third round at TPC Deere Run, Homa acknowledged the extreme weather conditions while maintaining a strong position near the top of the leaderboard. The golfer posted a photo on Instagram showing himself on the course, accompanied by a brief caption highlighting the intense heat.
In spite of the challenging temperatures, Homa delivered an impressive third round with four birdies and a single bogey on the par-4 11th hole. His consistent play kept him tied for second place at 14-under 199, just one stroke behind the current leader. He shares this position with Brian Campbell, Emiliano Grillo, and David Lipsky, creating a highly competitive scenario going into the final round.
Reflecting on a Challenging Season, Homa Finds Joy in Competition
This strong showing at the John Deere Classic marks Homa’s closest opportunity for a win this season, following a difficult stretch with only one top-25 finish prior. During a press conference after his round, the 34-year-old golfer expressed how refreshing it feels to be in contention once again.
“Yeah, just fun. Golf has just been very boring for me this year. I haven’t had a whole lot of stress, and you want to be stressed out. So I look forward to the butterflies in the morning; I look forward to the first tee shot. It’s just nice to get to feel that again. It’s been a while.” —Max Homa, Golfer
This season, Homa has missed the cut in seven tournaments and made the cut in eight. His best performance to date is a tie for 12th at the Masters Tournament, with his next best being a tie for 26th at the Sentry Tournament of Champions, which was his season opener.
Looking Back: Gratitude After a Missed Cut at the Rocket Classic
Prior to the John Deere Classic, Homa experienced a setback at the 2025 Rocket Classic held at Detroit Golf Club, where he failed to make the cut by three strokes. Despite this, he took to social media to thank the event for the positive atmosphere it provided, emphasizing the value of playing even when results fall short.
During the Rocket Classic, he posted rounds of 1-under and 2-under, finishing with a three-under 141 total, which was not enough to advance. This marked Homa’s seventh missed cut of the year but also highlighted his resolve to keep competing.
The Road Ahead at the John Deere Classic
With the tournament moving into its final stage, Max Homa’s competitive position at the John Deere Classic signals renewed energy and determination after a tough season. Being just one stroke off the lead at TPC Deere Run places him among a small group of contenders, making the closing round critical.
The outcome will not only influence his standing on the PGA Tour leaderboard but also potentially reignite momentum for the remainder of his year. Fans and followers of the game will watch closely as Homa battles against fierce competition, the lingering heat, and his own recent form in pursuit of a breakthrough victory.
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. What is Max Homa’s religion?
A. He is Jewish. He attended Hebrew school for six years and had a bar mitzvah, but he has said he does not practice religion.