qualifying
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In the early races, this led to unusual behaviour, such as drivers lifting off the throttle and coasting on qualifying laps, as well as recovering energy while on full throttle.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
No one has received a more hostile welcome in the high altitutde of the Azteca than the Americans who have been regular visitors here in World Cup qualifying.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026
During the qualifying round, South Africa won its group by finishing ahead of Nigeria and advanced despite starting the campaign with a loss due to an ineligible player used in a match against Lesotho.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026
England did almost everything right in their qualifying group, winning five of their six matches, including the victory over Spain at Wembley in April.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
All the other kids talked about qualifying for the Junior Olympics like it was the pinnacle of their fencing career.
From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad
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