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Hormuz and a handful of maritime straits around the world have served as the linchpin of global trade since the 16th century and have fuelled geopolitical rivalries throughout history.

From Barron's Jul. 21, 2026

He attributed the rift to a number of things, including his parents’ religious beliefs, sibling rivalries and his family’s reaction to his fame.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 21, 2026

To do so this year they have to overcome Argentina, who they will face for the sixth time at a World Cup in the latest chapter of one of international football's biggest rivalries.

From BBC Jul. 15, 2026

The two nations will resume one of international football's most storied rivalries at the Atlanta Stadium, as England bid to defeat the defending champions and reach their first World Cup final since 1966.

From BBC Jul. 15, 2026

He realized how right Annabeth had been not to send anyone whose parents had natural rivalries.

From "Blood of Olympus" by Rick Riordan