reigning

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But in a matter of days since its opening weekend, “Backrooms” has unseated the reigning pingpong champion.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

So the reigning NFL most valuable player can easily anticipate, recognize and digest why moves — on or off the field — are made.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

But, after suffering two significant hamstring tears during her first year as the reigning Olympic champion, she is not taking anything for granted.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

As modest as his account is, Lambert didn't give Zidane an inch and that was the platform for Dortmund to engineer a 3-1 win over the reigning champions.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

The old method dictated that in the event all the games were played and there was a tie, the reigning champion would retain the title.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady