contenders

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They were then hit with a three-window transfer embargo, which was later reduced to two after a successful appeal, and few had them down as promotion contenders.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

Although few question Verhoeven's standing in combat sports, many boxing fans have questioned how he has been handed a world title shot before contenders who have spent years climbing the rankings.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

The Rays have the best record in MLB and have emerged as legitimate World Series contenders, buoyed by a stellar starting rotation and a tenacious offensive attack.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Gilts were under additional pressure as potential contenders emerged to challenge the position of U.K.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

But he knew that within a few short weeks only a handful of the crowd of boys gathered around him would still be contenders for the freshman crew.

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