The bonobos show deference to an alpha or top-ranking female that, with the support of her coalition of other females, can prove as strong as the strongest male.
According to tournament officials, this seriously hinders its ability to attract top-ranking players, who are more likely to participate in tournaments that earn them more points.
He had resolved to establish himself as a top-ranking pianist before promoting himself as a composer, though he continued to compose both original works and folksong settings.