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French side Montpellier and improving Italian outfit Treviso will also provide stern tests for the 2012 runners-up.

This overtime was a stern test for the Devils.

"They are going to be a stern test for us," said Strauss.

When Dye designed the course, he intended it to be a stern test for the world's best golfers.

Fassel remained noncommittal on Sehorn's status for the game Nov. 12 against the high-scoring St . LouisRams, a stern test for any cornerback.

Up front, a Springbok-stacked pack, spearheaded by the impressive Bismarck du Plessis, will provide a stern test for the Chiefs forwards.

Attempting to manage the fallout from the most severe global financial crisis since the 1930s is proving a stern test for policymakers across the world.

Todd Bowles' team boast a 4-1 record and their defence, led by former Patriot Darrelle Revis, will provide a stern test for the Patriots on Sunday.

With an offence consistently producing over 400 yards-per-game, they will provide a stern test for Dallas' defence should Sanchez keep the mistakes limited.

Whether its Conor McGregor or Jose Aldo still standing when the dust settles from the weekend's madness, it will be a stern test for whomever is victorious in Friday night's main event.

Sebonack, in just its seventh year of existence and bookended by two of the most recognizable courses in the nation, Shinnecock Hills and the National Golf Links of America, proved to be a stern test for the rest of the tournament's field.