Just twice in 16 prior starts has McIlroy began the Masters with a round in the 60s, both times putting him in a favorable position: In 2011, he opened with a 65 and had a four-shot lead on Sunday ...

Along with Hatton and Rose, a third Englishman made the top 10 - Aaron Rai, the world No 20. He carded 70 to sit two under, ...