champion

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Until Friday there’d actually been something of a Genoissance; Auriemma the defending champion who’d conquered the chaotic NIL era of college basketball and returned UConn to the summit.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

The final time of 1:49.01 for 1 1/8 miles might not answer questions about possible distance limitations for the son of Runhappy, who was a champion sprinter, but that’s to worry about another day.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026

I teach these histories and champion these gains.

From Slate • Apr. 4, 2026

The Gamecocks’ Dawn Staley is a three-time national champion and the biggest threat to the UConn dynasty.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

Draws wouldn’t count, and in case of a 9–9 tie, the reigning champion would retain his title.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady