1.  A colorful rumor followed the Lions of Senegal as they glided through the World Cup, setting up a quarterfinal showdown against Turkey.

2.  An Agassi-Sampras quarterfinal showdown is possible.

3.  Becker looked on course for a quarterfinal showdown against Sampras.

4.  Defending champion Pete Sampras faces two-time champion Jim Courier Tuesday in a quarterfinal showdown between American friends and rivals at the Australian Open.

5.  Earlier, Jennifer Capriati and Serena Williams beat qualifiers in straight sets and moved a step closer to a possible quarterfinal showdown.

6.  He looks headed for a quarterfinal showdown against top-seeded Pete Sampras, another three-time champ, who was playing on Centre Court against Byron Black.

7.  Jennifer Capriati and Serena Williams beat qualifiers in straight sets Saturday and moved a step closer to a possible quarterfinal showdown at the French Open.

8.  Jennifer Capriati and Serena Williams set up another Grand Slam quarterfinal showdown with straight-set victories Monday at Wimbledon.

9.  Martina Hingis and Venus Williams are headed for a quarterfinal showdown, setting up one of the most intriguing matches at the French Open.

10.  South Africa rolled over a hapless Netherlands as they prepared for a quarterfinal showdown with a rejuvenated West Indies in Karachi next week.