DAVID Howell will be hoping that his mini-break from action will not dent his form going into the Shenzhen International in China.

The Swindon ace enjoyed a fine March shooting consistently under par in the four tournaments he played in Africa as well as securing his place at the Open this summer.

But following a week off for the US Masters, where the Broome Manor pro picked up the mic instead of the golf club, Howell will hoping to continue from where he left off.

The 39-year-old tees off at 12.10am BST tomorrow morning.