McDowell and McGinley head the Irish challenge as tournament host misses the cut

Richard Bland carded a flawless 64 late in the day to claim the halfway lead at the British Masters.

Tournament host Luke Donald crashed out of the British Masters as compatriot Andrew Johnston delighted the home fans by surging into contention for a second win of the season.

Donald could only add a second round of 70 to his opening 77 at The Grove to finish five over par and miss the cut by five shots.