Lowry ready for weather challenge as Masters start is delayed

Rory McIlroy will now tee off at 1:12 pm local time (6:12 pm Irish time) and Shane Lowry at 2:54 pm. (7:54 pm Irish).

CALM BEFORE THE STORM: Shane Lowry, of Ireland, holds his daughter Ivy on the first hole during the par-3 contest. Pic: Ashley Landis, AP

The opening round of the Masters has been delayed until a 10:30 am local time start by overnight rain, with the Honorary Starters leading things off at 10:10 am. Everyone will play off the first tee with each original tee time delayed by two-and-a-half hours.

Rory McIlroy will tee off at 1:12 pm local time (6:12 pm Irish time) and Shane Lowry at 2:54 pm. (7:54 pm Irish).