51.   Agreement was announced by the two sides almost a year ago, but closing the gaps on the last remaining differences and on wording took months more.

52.   And this weekend the Indians can close the gap on Chicago without having to rely on any outside help.

53.   And while the gap on Woods appears to have closed, he is still the guy to beat.

54.   Both runners are keen to fill gaps on their resumes.

55.   Both sides said the top-level meeting was needed to bridge the gaps on disputed issues like Israeli troop withdrawal and Palestinian elections.

56.   Both sides said the top-level meeting was needed to bridge the gaps on disputed issues such as Israeli troop withdrawal and Palestinian elections.

57.   But if the top two both win, they open up a four-point gap on their rivals.

58.   But Liverpool had hoped for a victory to close the gap on league leaders Newcastle and second-place Manchester United.

59.   But four second-half tries by Hong Kong closed the gap on Canada, which needed a second drop goal from Ross to secure the win.

60.   But the gaps on key issues remained wide, leaving serious doubts about the outcome of such a meeting if it takes place.