61.   Emperor Akihito and Naruhito grant such pre-birthday audiences, but Masako only released a statement through her royal handlers.

62.   For his part, Earnhardt Jr., has declined interviews this week, choosing instead to release a few prepared statements through his public relations staff.

63.   Goldman Sachs issued a statement through Presko Shandwick saying that its tender offer will be made through Thailand-based Bangkok Hotel Holdings.

64.   Grobbelaar, who has been able to play for his country during weekend breaks during the trial, issued a statement through his lawyers.

65.   He welcomed that move in a statement through his solicitors, saying that a properly constituted inquiry was the only way he could clear his name.

66.   He said investigators are trying to corroborate any statements through physical and forensic evidence.

67.   King, Horne and Holloway issued statements through Rogich Communications, a Las Vegas public relations firm hired to represent the boxer after the Holyfield fight furor.

68.   Martin released a statement through his agent, Jeff Moorad, categorically denying the charges against him.

69.   Meanwhile, one of the jockeys, Jamie Osborne, issued a statement through his lawyers, declaring his innocence.

70.   Murdoch was not in court but issued a statement through his Los Angeles offices saying he was delighted by the verdict of the court.