US Senate races to watch as control of upper chamber hangs in balance

A handful of US Senate contests will determine control of the chamber, including a race between a Paralympian and a former TV news anchor.

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US Senate races to watch as control of upper chamber hangs in balance

Control of the US Senate will be decided by a small number of races, putting those contests at the centre of attention.

Among the matchups highlighted by BBC News is a contest between a Paralympian and a former television news anchor. It is one of several Senate races the outlet identifies as worth watching.

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