challenger
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So does he have the numbers and is he willing to move – particularly if it is harder for him to point to Sir Keir's authority disintegrating because there is already a challenger?
From BBC • May 11, 2026
He also promoted the GOP challenger to Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Tina Forte, in 2024 as well as Bresnahan’s 2024 campaign.
From Salon • May 6, 2026
Jordan Rivers, 22, is the sole challenger to incumbent Tim McOsker in the June 2 primary election.
From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026
China has emerged as the sole credible challenger to the U.S. in the race for artificial-intelligence leadership.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026
The tennis challenger starts strong but soon loses confidence in his playing.
From "Life of Pi" by Yann Martel
