The phrase "a notable opponent" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to refer to someone who is significant or distinguished in opposition, often in a competitive context such as sports, politics, or debates.
Example: "In the upcoming election, she will face a notable opponent who has a strong following in the community."
Alternatives: "a prominent adversary" or "a significant rival".
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — As one of the N.F.L.'s oldest and most renowned franchises, the Giants usually open the season against a notable opponent.
Bobby Ross upbraided his San Diego Chargers players when they showered him, Sabol said, and the former Miami Dolphins coach Don Shula was a notable opponent.
In a 1970 TV debate, Lady (Edith) Summerskill, a notable opponent of boxing, inquired: "Mr Cooper, have you looked in the mirror and seen the state of your nose?" Quickly, he replied: "Well, have you?
At one point, the then Foreign Secretary, Geoffrey Howe, a notable opponent of the tax, was making his case in his usual courteous if roundabout way when Thatcher began to shout and scream at him.
I'm pretty good". While Brazzle might not give Darabedyan a notable opponent in their 170-pound welterweight bout, he's certainly a sizable one and one that, seemingly, has the advantage of being able to go for broke.
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — By the end of the day Sunday, the Giants will have faced a number of notable opponents on their quest for a Super Bowl: the New England Patriots, the San Francisco 49ers, the New Orleans Saints, the Green Bay Packers and three guys named Ryan.
Fordham already has won as many games this year as it did under Tom Pecora last season, his first at the university, and the Rams have beaten two notable opponents in a row.
Since then, Franciszek Smuda's side have secured draws against notable opponents such as Germany and Portugal and, before the France game, beat Argentina 2-1.
These were the actions of some of the war's most notable opponents; Congressional supporters generally complained that the United States was committing too few resources, dropping too few bombs, sending too few soldiers into battle.
The rugby team bettered some notable opponents, particularly Warrington and Leeds sides who would have stood out in any other era, yet in the end they were harming the game by attracting all the available talent.
Talent doesn't always translate into profits, so the UFC needs to find Silva more notable opponents.
