11.   But her game, built on fitness, solid returns and a top spin forehand, had no impact on the rejuvenated Pierce.

12.   But he hit some splendid top spin passing shots in the third and broke Rikl twice.

13.   But her Russian opponent noted her dangerous top spin.

14.   The super-fit Coetzer -- who also lost her semi finals here last year -- has built her game on tenacity, top spin forehands and running balls down.

15.   Pierce used an effective combination of top spin and hard shots to keep Sawamatsu under constant pressure.

16.   The athletic German is fit and vigorous and can mix top spin and lobs with searing drives.