Opponents, particularly in Germany, argued that there could be no level playing-field for takeovers so long as golden shares were still legal.

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"It's going to be strange playing with a new partner after competing for so long with Gail but it's also a huge new opportunity, " said Robertson.

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"It's so wonderful after not playing tennis for such a long time, " she told BBC Sport.

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Thibodeau, who has been criticized for riding his starters too long, actually got more key minutes from his bench because Robinson was playing so well and because Noah's time on the court has to be limited because of his foot.

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