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Mandatory challengers are enforced on a rotating basis between sanctioning bodies, and next in line is WBC interim champion Agit Kabayel - widely viewed as the most deserving contender yet to receive his opportunity.

From BBC • May 24, 2026

Scott Kupor, the OPM’s director, in August instructed agencies to be selective in awarding bonuses, and give priority to the most deserving employees.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 17, 2025

“Many aliens most deserving of removal are often the hardest to remove,” he told the court.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 23, 2025

The AP voters take it seriously,” he added, “and they try to make sure the most deserving teams are ranked.”

From Seattle Times • Jan. 4, 2024

She definitely considered it an honor for one of her lovies to get to go to high school with Theodore, and she carefully considered who was most deserving.

From "Small Steps" by Louis Sachar



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