Leicester took the outright lead of the Premier League on Saturday, despite striker Jamie Vardy failing to extend his record scoring run. The Foxes beat struggling Swansea 3-0 at Liberty Stadium, with Riyad Mahrez scoring all the goals. The 24-year-old Algerian got an early brace before securing his hat trick in the 67th minute after being set up by Vardy. Vardy had scored in the previous 11 games, setting a Premier League record. Leicester started the day second to Manchester City on goal difference but now leads second-place Arsenal by two points. Swansea remains near the relegation zone with 14 points from 15 games. (For more sports news andupdates, followAhramOnlineSportson Twitter at@AO_Sportsand onFacebookatAhramOnlineSports.) http://english.ahram.org.eg/News/172678.aspx