contenders
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The road game in San Antonio figures to be a marquee showdown between Western Conference title contenders.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 12, 2026
Bookmakers and viewers have pointed to regular co-presenters like Frances Tophill and Adam Frost as top contenders, though Tophill has played down expectations of stepping directly into his shoes.
From BBC ● Nov. 7, 2026
Talks with Willkie fell apart late last Thursday, and there were no other contenders.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 29, 2026
While the top two contenders hail from the same movie, a separate oddity might open the door for another supporting actress to earn two nods in the category.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 27, 2026
The Santos, contenders for the division championship, were well coached, disciplined, and quick.
From "Outcasts United: An American Town, a Refugee Team, and One Woman's Quest to Make a Difference" by Warren St. John
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