The next day Fortis, a Dutch-Belgian insurer, also warned about profits: the market value of its equity portfolio had fallen below its purchase price.

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"On our first day, we were welcomed by President Mbeki and on the last day, Nelson Mandela visited us, " the Belgian said at a news briefing.

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The Belgian overpowered Elena Likhovtseva of Russia 6-2 6-2 in the day's last singles match.

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