He does have a favorable draw that would match him against Wilander in the quarterfinals, should form hold.

"We've got the talent, the experience, a favorable draw and a steady-handed coach who has already guided us to one Cup."

FIFA, soccer's world governing body, has long been suspected of protecting the host team with a favorable draw.

With a favorable draw in front of him, he may find himself with a chance to change perceptions.

The American women have a more favorable draw.

Still, look for Georgetown to take advantage of its favorable draw.

Helped by a favorable draw in several divisions, Puerto Rico doubled its total of boxing medals from the 1983 Games.

With her clay-court instincts, that may be enough, and her favorable early draw should give her time to recover.

Even with a favorable semifinal draw, Agassi may yet become Federer fodder in the final.

A made starting hand with no help can lose to an inferior starting hand with a favorable draw.