1)
Why does the Sefer discuss only the end of Sha'ul's kingship?
1.
'Rashi': This is the Sefer of David and Malchei Yehudah, so it tells only Sha'ul's fall, and David's Gevurah and grandeur, but not his shame.
2)
What is the significance of "va'Yanas... va'Yipelu"?
1.
Malbim: Fleeing is the start of falling [in war].
