Fernando Torres was United's tormentor again as he rose to head in Dirk Kuyt's cross after only five minutes to revive memories of Liverpool's crushing 4-1 victory here last season - but United were to exact revenge on their arch-rivals.

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Two breaks in a first set that included no double faults or unforced errors would have settled any early nerves, and she eased through the second set in 35 minutes to banish any lasting memories of her defeat in London in June.

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It took a moment of magic from Kaka for Real to draw level with 17 minutes to play, as the Brazil midfielder curled in a right-foot shot to bring back memories of his days as one of the world's best players.

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