contenders

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Meanwhile, votes were still being counted late on Tuesday in the California governor's primary race, where the top two contenders will likewise move forward to the November general election.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

Two of the main contenders for France's top job are already embracing influencers and social media as part of their strategy.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

With strong slates of contenders heading into the 2026 Emmys, that could change for both streamers when the nominations are announced July 8.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

It’s considering formal bids from 12 states, some familiar contenders like Iowa and New Hampshire, and others newcomers.

From Slate • May 26, 2026

Ulbrickson hustled all five boatloads of varsity contenders back out onto the water in the wind and the rain.

From "The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics" by Daniel James Brown