11.   Failing getting his party accredited, de Villa might opt to run as an independent candidate, says Pardo.

12.   Strong candidates like Tarrin may opt to run as party-list candidates while endorsing lesser-known members as constituency candidates.

13.   The posts became vacant when Prime Minister Vo Van Kiet and President Le Duc Anh opted not to run for re-election during National Assembly elections in July.

14.   The top jobs became vacant when Prime Minister Vo Van Kiet and President Le Duc Anh opted not to run for re-election during National Assembly elections in July.

15.   Oil refiners have also opted to run down stocks to enhance financial flexibility.

16.   The game was tense and dominated by kicking with Andrew never once opting to run himself.