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Mickelson takes lead over Woods, Watney at HSBC

SHANGHAI — Phil Mickelson was unwinding from a day of high energy and quick turnarounds, one that took him from a two-shot deficit against Tiger Woods to a two-shot lead over the final eight holes Saturday in the HSBC Champions.
Twins exercise 2011 option on Cuddyer

MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Twins have picked up outfielder Michael Cuddyer's $10.5 million option for 2011.
Federer to play Djokovic for Swiss Indoors title

BASEL, Switzerland — Roger Federer will play Novak Djokovic in the Swiss Indoors final in a bid for a fourth straight title in his hometown tournament.
Spanish basketball game off because of swine flu

MADRID — Swine flu has forced the Spanish basketball league to postpone a game for the second time this season.
ITF chief says ban unlikely for Serena Williams

REGGIO CALABRIA, Italy — Top-ranked Serena Williams will most likely receive a "significant" fine but no suspension for her U.
Italy takes 2-0 lead over US in Fed Cup final

REGGIO CALABRIA, Italy — Alexa Glatch and Melanie Oudin lost in straight sets Saturday to give Italy a 2-0 lead over the United States in the Fed Cup final.
Pro Bowler Ty Law signs with Broncos

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — The Denver Broncos have shored up their secondary with another veteran, signing cornerback Ty Law.
Fox NFL pregame show to be aired from Afghanistan

NEW YORK — The Fox NFL pregame show will be broadcast from a military installation in Afghanistan on Sunday.
ITF confirms 1-year ban for Wickmayer, Malisse

LONDON — The International Tennis Federation has confirmed a one-year suspension for Belgian tennis players Yanina Wickmayer and Xavier Malisse.
Roy scores 24 to lift new-look Blazers over Spurs

PORTLAND, Ore. — Brandon Roy had 24 points and five rebounds, Steve Blake added 15 points and the Portland Trail Blazers got a lift from their new-look lineup in a 96-84 win over the San Antonio Spurs on Friday night.
Report: Lincecum has agreement on pot charge

SEATTLE — San Francisco Giants ace Tim Lincecum has an agreement with a prosecutor in his home state of Washington that could settle his misdemeanor marijuana charge, The Columbian reported Friday.
Kaman leads Clippers in 118-90 win

OAKLAND, Calif. — Chris Kaman had 22 points and nine rebounds in 28 minutes and the Los Angeles Clippers ended a seven-game losing streak in the Oakland Arena with a 118-90 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Friday night.