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With a well-liked young American star trying to become the first U.S. man to win a major since 2003, the crowd was amped to root for Shelton.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 14, 2026
But come Sunday, the home crowd will have someone to root for in the men’s final: an American.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 12, 2026
I am a queer man, and I root for the New England Patriots, which I have done for a quarter century from 300 miles away, in the heart of Philadelphia Eagles country.
From Salon ● Sep. 9, 2026
It may have been a somewhat underwhelming year for television, but there are still a number of standout series to root for and races with the potential to surprise us.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 7, 2026
We so rarely have anyone to root for at this point in the Games.
From "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins
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