A "defending national champion" refers to the team or individual that won the previous year's national title in a sport or competition. This term highlights their current status as the reigning winner until the next championship concludes. It benefits the champion by boosting prestige and media attention, while fans, sponsors, and organizers leverage it for narrative and marketing.
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