1.   But the three states still managed to retain their rankings among the top four wealthiest states.

2.   With Senators Kennedy and John F. Kerry retaining powerful rankings, most House members would assume key committee seats in the event of a Democratic return to power.

3.   He is likely to retain his ranking until the end, and become runner-up to Armstrong for a second year running.

4.   In either case, Guthrie does not have to fight before then to retain his ranking, the judge ruled.

5.   Now, no matter what happens at the U.S. Open, Pete Sampras will retain that ranking.