51.   The first big hurdle for the legislation will be the Senate Finance Committee, which like other committees this year will be equally divided between Republicans and Democrats.

52.   The first hurdle for those who want to use substitutes like ethanol, methanol or natural gas is finding a pump.

53.   The first hurdle in the re-establishment of an elk herd in New York is to locate suitable habitat.

54.   The first hurdle is getting co-sponsors.

55.   The first hurdle is perhaps the highest.

56.   The first hurdle Marcus Camby faces in New York will probably be in his own locker room.

57.   The first hurdle persuaders must overcome is their own credibility.

58.   The first hurdle comes next Tuesday when thirteen states vote for Republican candidates, including New York and California, two of the biggest prizes.

59.   The first hurdle is competition.

60.   The first hurdle, getting a governing body recognized by the IOC, has been cleared.