Rory McIlroy says baggy pants look was inspired by Tommy Fleetwood, admits it's 'a work in progress'

McIlroy surprised many by showing up to India with wide leg pants and says he didn Professional golfers are always looking at their peers for things they can incorporate into their games. Wander the range before a PGA Tour event and you'll see guys peeking in bags, checking out different clubs and seeing what all their competitors are doing to gain an advantage. For Rory McIlroy, it's not just equipment that he's had an eye on this year from his fellow PGA Tour pros. McIlroy turned heads when he showed up at the DP World India Championship this week in baggy pants, and video of his new look went viral on social media.

McIlroy was asked about the new look in a TV interview and admitted that he's "watched and admired Tommy Fleetwood" and his shift to baggy pants this year, so he decided to give it a shot. McIlroy, who typically wears a more fitted, tapered pant on the golf course, notes that in his everyday life he has embraced the wide-leg trend and has been inspired by his buddy Fleetwood to give it a try. The Tommy Fleetwood effect? 😂@McIlroyRory on his new look this week 👖#DPWIC pic.twitter.com/AQJhBwq6W1 Nick Faldo had a number of questions, including a key question about whether McIlroy had any backups of his usual