up-and-comer
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Tennis great Andre Agassi, one of his sport’s more insightful players and an eight-time Grand Slam champion, was asked during a 2005 press conference about the fearless style of up-and-comer Rafael Nadal.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 26, 2026
Wrestling tradition dictates that big-name stars lose their last match, going out on their back to promote an up-and-comer.
From Salon ● Dec. 14, 2025
While she is an up-and-comer with a handicap that lists her as scratch golfer, placing her in the top 1% of women in the U.S., the American Junior Golf Association lists her 461st among girls.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 12, 2025
In 2011, at the start of Cole's career, veteran New York MC Canibus released a song called J Clone, accusing the up-and-comer of disrespect.
From BBC ● Apr. 8, 2024
Bobby started off with a win against Arthur Feuerstein, defeating the young up-and-comer for the first time.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
