11.   Liverpool plays Boavista in Portugal on Wednesday in the Champions League, and a victory would ensure qualification for the next stage.

12.   Milosevic needs a victory Sunday to ensure his grip on power.

13.   The Hornets reported to practice thinking they still needed one more victory to ensure a postseason berth.

14.   The third round victory ensured Argentina a quarterfinal place along with Ghana.

15.   The victories ensured the Spaniard of Fed Cup history.

16.   The victory ensured Slovakia will remain in the second world group next year, but relegated Canada to American regional group qualifying.

17.   The victory has nearly ensured the Italian team a berth in the quarterfinals.

18.   The victory ensures Sampras remains on top of the ATP rankings.

19.   The victory ensured that Australia retained the world Test championship.