Days after his latest fan backlash over his avant-garde outfits on the greens, Jason Day will defend his Grant Thornton title alongside Lydia Ko at the Tiburon Golf Club, seeking to shift the focus from his fashion choices to his golf game. Despite four top-ten finishes, including three at $20M-purse Signature events, Day faced scathing criticism for his bold style. Well, there’s no doubt that Day has been the center of attention for his outfits this year.

It started at The Sentry in Maui, where his bold choice of pants sparked both amusement and criticism. We saw Day teeing off, with the commentator poking fun at his baggy, pleated pants, saying, “There’s just so much fabric.” Not only that but Day was also called out by the Augusta authorities at the 2024 Masters for his bold fashion and was asked to remove his sweater, facing unfair criticism despite his impressive performance. Although the criticism has not stopped, he recently found support in his Grant Thornton Invitational partner.

In a surprising turn of events, LPGA Hall of Famer Lydia Ko has come to the defense of Jason Day’s bold fashion choices, which have been widely criticized by fans. During a live coverage segment at Tiburon Golf Club, where Ko is set to compete alongside Day, Jessica Korda – who is assisting with live coverage and player interviews – asked Ko for her thoughts on Day’s outfit. Ko responded, “I actually think it looks good on him… It’s obviously very different and we’re used to kinda athleisure look, but I think he pulls it off.” Ko’s endorsement is a welcome respite for Day, who has always faced scathing criticism for his avant-garde style.

The elder Korda sister further asked Ko if she would be matching with Day this tournament to which the golfer replied, “I would have to go scavenger hunting through my wardrobe to try and somewhat match him. But I think he’s gonna look a little more fashionable from me this week”, per Korda’s Instagram Story.

It sure seems like that, unbeatable Ko has accepted her defeat when it comes to the fashion department. Well, there is another person who likes Day’s outfit even after the fans’ disagreement.

The only fashion endorsement Jason Day needs

Jason Day’s fashion choices have been under scrutiny since his switch from Nike to Malbon Golf, with many ridiculing his “avant-garde” and “hideous” outfits. Well, who hasn’t been there—trying out a new look, only to be met with criticism and skepticism? But despite the negative comments, Day’s family, particularly his son Arrow, seems unfazed. Arrow is downright enthusiastic about his dad’s bold fashion sense. And let’s be real, when your kid thinks you’re cool, that’s all the validation you need!

As Day prepares to defend his Grant Thornton title alongside Lydia Ko at the Tiburon Golf Club, it’s clear that Arrow’s admiration for his dad’s outfits is genuine. Last year, Arrow enthusiastically congratulated his father on their win, and his excitement was infectious. Now, as Day gets ready to take on the course again, Arrow’s approval might just be the confidence boost he needs to ignore the critics and rock his unique look with pride. And who knows, maybe Arrow’s enthusiasm will even start a new fashion trend!