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Roger Federer upset by Radek Stepanek in Rome Masters

Roger Federer lost again, falling to 27th-ranked Radek Stepanek 7-6 (4), 7-6 (7) Friday in the Rome Masters quarterfinals.

Jazz down 2-0 to Lakers as series comes to Utah

The Utah Jazz are hoping home court really is an advantage. Right now, they'll take any edge they can get.

Hot state of hockey as Flyers, Penguins meet in East finals

Some NHL rivalries evolve from a big game, a major trade or a short-lived scuffle, then fade after a few years. Not the Philadelphia Flyers vs. the Pittsburgh Penguins.

Avalanche, coach Joel Quenneville go separate ways

Joel Quenneville is out as coach of the Avalanche after three seasons, a week after Colorado was swept out of the playoffs by the Detroit Red Wings.

MLB suspends Mariners slugger Sexson for 6 games

Seattle slugger Richie Sexson was suspended for six games and fined Friday by Major League Baseball after charging the mound and throwing his helmet at a Texas pitcher the previous night.

Federal judge orders Vick to pay Canadian bank $2.4 million

A federal judge ordered imprisoned quarterback Michael Vick to repay more than $2.4 million to a Canadian bank for defaulting on a loan. The Royal Bank of Canada sued Vick in September, arguing his guilty plea to a federal dogfighting charge — and the resulting impact on his career — prevented him from repaying the loan.

Parker, Ginobili both score 31; Spurs beat Hornets in Game 3

There was no third-quarter breakdown for the San Antonio Spurs on Thursday night, just the desperate play of a team whose quest for a second straight NBA title was on the line. Tony Parker and Manu Ginobili both scored 31 points to lead the Spurs to a 110-99 victory over the New Orleans Hornets in Game 3 of the Western Conference semifinals.

Lilly pitches Cubs to 3-1 win over Diamondbacks

Ted Lilly kept his glove on his hand this time.

Tremlett impressive for England Lions (AFP)

AFP - Seam bowler Chris Tremlett made England selectors take note as he underlined his credentials for an international return as he shined for England Lions against the New Zealand Tourists on Friday.

Blake, Chelios, Pisani finalists for Masterton Trophy
Left wing Jason Blake of the Toronto Maple Leafs, defenseman Chris Chelios of the Detroit Red Wings and right wing Fernando Pisani of the Edmonton Oilers were selected Friday as finalists for the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy.

West Virginia coach Huggins hurt in airport fall
West Virginia University officials say basketball coach Bob Huggins has been taken to a hospital in Charlotte, N.C., for precautionary reasons after tripping on an airport tarmac and hitting his head on the pavement.

Roddick battles past Robredo to meet Wawrinka (AFP)

AFP - Sixth seed Andy Roddick overcame 14th seed Tommy Robredo in a fierce centre court battle 6-3, 4-6, 7-6 at the Rome Masters here on Friday.

Garcia builds early lead with 6-under 66 at The Players

The flag was in a tempting location, back and left on the 13th green at the TPC Sawgrass with a pond running alongside the left side. Sergio Garcia took dead aim with a 7-iron and the ball never left its target.