reigning

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The majority of the leading women's players are about 20 years younger than Williams, including 28-year-old world number one Aryna Sabalenka and reigning Wimbledon champion Iga Swiatek, who is 25.

From BBC • Jun. 22, 2026

On Monday morning, Starmer announced he was reigning as leader of the U.K.’s Labour Party after rival Andy Burnham won a by-election last week.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 22, 2026

A few weeks later, the Rams signed Stafford — the reigning NFL MVP — to a one-year, $55-million extension through the 2027 season.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Messi, who drove Argentina to their third World Cup crown in Qatar four years ago, lashed in the penalty as the reigning champions eased to a 3-0 win.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

“I wanted to get back to this question of reigning in hell being better than serving in heaven.”

From "Tradition" by Brendan Kiely