Wimbledon, England ? Roger Federer advanced to the second week at Wimbledon on Friday by beating Philipp Kohlschreiber, 6-3, 6-2, 6-7 (5), 6-1.

Federer lost a set for first time this week, with two errant forehands costing him the tiebreaker. That merely extended his Centre Court workout by half an hour.

“It has been a good first week,” he said. “Pretty convincing. I thought this was my best match of the tournament, even though I dropped a set.”

Federer earned a berth in the fourth round Monday against a familiar foe — Robin Soderling. Federer beat Soderling in the French Open final this month to complete a career Grand Slam and win his 14th major title, tying Pete Sampras’ record.

Now the No. 2-seeded Federer seeks his sixth Wimbledon title, and he’s a heavy favorite with defending champion Rafael Nadal absent because of bad knees.

“It’s down to business in the second week,” Federer said. “This is where it gets really interesting.”

While Federer played on Centre Court, where the new retractable roof remained open for the fifth consecutive day, two-time champion Serena Williams was assigned to Court 2 and arrived six minutes late for her match. Otherwise Williams remained right on schedule, beating Roberta Vinci, 6-3, 6-4.

Fourth-seeded Novak Djokovic, who could face Federer in the semifinals, defeated American Mardy Fish, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4.

Federer could have won more quickly. He converted only seven of 22 break-point chances and led 4-2 in the third set before the No. 32-ranked Kohlschreiber played his best stretch of tennis.

Soderling reached the fourth round for the first time in seven appearances at Wimbledon by defeating Nicolas Almagro, 7-6 (7), 6-4, 6-4.

BASEBALL

Fan falls at Busch Stadium

St. Louis — A 34-year-old man fell headfirst from the upper deck at Busch Stadium on to the concourse below before the St. Louis Cardinals played the Minnesota Twins on Friday night.

Chris Hoffman of O’Fallon, Ill., was taken to a hospital for observation. Joe Walsh, director of stadium operations, said Hoffman was being treated for an injury to his left shoulder, a gash to his face and assorted bumps and bruises.

GOLF

Perry maintains lead

Cromwell, Conn. — Kenny Perry followed his opening 61 with a 68 on Friday and held on to a two-stroke lead when thunderstorms halted the second round of the Travelers Championship.

Perry, who tied the course record Thursday, was 11 under par after two rounds.

Ryan Moore shot a 65 to move into second place. Former Kansas University golfer Gary Woodland shot a 67 and was 4 under par, seven shots off the lead.

The sun came out for the afternoon, but severe weather moved in just before 4:30 p.m. with 73 golfers still on the course.

Shin leads Wegmans

Rochester, N.Y. — South Korean standout Jiyai Shin shot a 4-under 68 Friday for a three-stroke lead at the storm-plagued Wegmans LPGA.

Shin, seeking her fifth tour win in 11 months, moved to 11-under 133. Morgan Pressel was at 8 under through 13 holes, one better than Kristy McPherson on the same hole. Michelle Wie also was at 7 under through 10 holes.

Funk clubhouse leader

Endicott, N.Y. — Fred Funk is the leader in the clubhouse at the rain-delayed Dick’s Sporting Goods Open. Funk shot an 8-under 64 on Friday to gain a two-shot lead over Jay Haas and Lonnie Nielsen. Mike Hulbert also was at 6 under through 12 holes.

Daly must pay legal fees

Jacksonville, Fla. — John Daly has been ordered to pay almost $272,000 in legal fees for his unsuccessful libel lawsuit against The Florida Times-Union. Duval County Circuit Judge Hugh Carithers ordered Daly to pay $263,088 in attorney’s fees, plus costs of $8,675.99 and 8 percent interest rate per year until it is paid.

HOCKEY

Islanders draft center

Montreal — The New York Islanders have selected London Knights center John Tavares with the No. 1 pick in the 2009 NHL entry draft. The Islanders chose Tavares, a high-scoring junior standout, with the first overall pick ahead of 6-foot-6, 220-pound Swedish defenseman Victor Hedman, the top-ranked European prospect. The Tampa Bay Lightnng took Hedman.

AUTO RACING

Franchitti claims IRL pole

Richmond, Va. — Dario Franchitti hasn’t lost his touch at Richmond International Raceway. The former IndyCar Series champion and 2007 race winner on the smallest oval in the series won the pole position Friday for tonight’s series visit to the 0.75-mile oval.

Franchitti averaged 167.315 mph over four laps on his return to the track in an open wheel racer. He dominated at Richmond in 2007, leading 242 of 250 laps, including the last 179.

NBA

Turkoglu opts out of pact

Orlando, Fla. — Hedo Turkoglu’s run with the Orlando Magic appears to be over. A day after the Magic acquired Vince Carter from the New Jersey Nets, Turkoglu’s agent said Friday that he sent a notice to Orlando earlier this week that his client will opt out of his contract to become a free agent. Agent Lon Babby said the Magic had made Turkoglu an initial offer that Orlando general manager Otis Smith described as a “jumping-off point.”

Shaq to wear No. 33

Cleveland — Shaquille O’Neal hasn’t picked out a house in Cleveland yet. He has chosen a jersey number — his old one.

Shaq is going back to No. 33.

Traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Thursday, the 15-time All-Star has decided to wear 33, the team confirmed Friday. That’s the number O’Neal wore in high school and at LSU before turning pro. O’Neal wore No. 32 when he was in Orlando, Miami and Phoenix.

NFL

Chiefs, TE O’Connell agree

Kansas City, Mo. — The Kansas City Chiefs have agreed to terms with tight end Jake O’Connell, one of the team’s three seventh-round draft picks.

O’Connell played 41 games at Miami of Ohio, catching 46 passes for 453 yards and four touchdowns, including 25 catches for 258 yards last season. Terms of the deal, announced Friday, weren’t released.

O’Connell, the 237th overall pick, is the third of Kansas City’s eight draft picks to sign, joining kicker Ryan Succop and offensive tackle Colin Brown.

Jurevicius sues Browns

Cleveland — Former Cleveland Browns receiver Joe Jurevicius is suing the team and the Cleveland Clinic, accusing doctors of negligence over a staph infection in his right knee that kept him off the field last year. Shannon Polk, an attorney for Jurevicius, said the lawsuit was filed Friday in Cuyahoga County Common Pleas Court.

Jets claim receiver

Florham Park, N.J. — The New York Jets have claimed wide receiver Mario Urrutia off waivers from the Cincinnati Bengals.