31.   Both teams agree that beating the best would be the most satisfying way to win a championship.

32.   Having him in my mirrors, knowing you beat him means you beat the best.

33.   He has fought and beaten the best of his era, and his place in boxing lore is secure.

34.   He was striking the ball crisply, making key putts and beating the best in the world.

35.   In his world, being the best means beating the best.

36.   It also erased any doubts that Sutton, once dogged by expectations of becoming the next Jack Nicklaus, is still capable of beating the best.

37.   Now, with the first participation of NHL players, they beat the best of the best with upset after upset.

38.   The colt also beat the best of the west, including The Deputy, in the San Felipe at Santa Anita.

39.   He had earlier stated he was delighted Regis had come to Barcelona because he wanted to beat the best.

40.   He said earlier this week he was glad Regis had come to Barcelona because he wanted to beat the best in the final.