Howell makes quick work before rains

England’s David Howell was thankful for his coach Clive Tucker’s jetlag today as he joined Ryder Cup teammate Luke Donald out in front at the rain-hit Masters.

After an opening 72 on Thursday the 27-year-old from Swindon went to bed thinking his second round tee-off time had been pushed back to 1.20pm because of the weather delay.