challenger

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Real Madrid is owned entirely by members who elect the president, with this the first presidential election in 20 years to feature a challenger - renewable energy magnate Enrique Riquelme.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

The outstanding question now in each race is which challenger will face them in November.

From Slate • Jun. 6, 2026

He is facing Democratic challenger Rebecca Cooke, who narrowly lost to him in the 2024 race.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

Meng has not faced a primary challenger since 2020 and has faced few well-organized opponents since her initial election to the House in 2012.

From Salon • Jun. 4, 2026

And a new dimension entered the combat: a father’s awareness of a growing son, the son as challenger, the son as threat, the son as successor, the son as man.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy