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Spieth surges to 2-shot lead at John Deere Classic

Jordan Spieth, right, celebrates with fans after finishing the third round of the John Deere Classic golf tournament Saturday, July 11, 2015, in Silvis, Ill. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
Jordan Spieth, right, celebrates with fans after finishing the third round of the John Deere Classic golf tournament Saturday, July 11, 2015, in Silvis, Ill. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast) Jordan Spieth, right, celebrates with fans after finishing the third round of the John Deere Classic golf tournament Saturday, July 11, 2015, in Silvis, Ill. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)

SILVIS, Ill. (AP) – Jordan Spieth shot a career-best 10-under 61 Saturday to grab a two-shot lead at the John Deere Classic.

Spieth, who will try for his third straight major title next week at the British Open, was at 17-under 196 after the best round of the tournament since Steve Stricker shot a 60 five years ago.

Danny Lee is second after shooting a 62, followed by Shawn Stefani, Justin Thomas and Johnson Wagner at 14 under.

Spieth’s round was highlighted by a pair of eagles, including a 106-yarder on the 17th hole after he sent his tee shot into the trees.

Spieth also made six birdies.