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West Ham United moved to the top of the Championship table following a third consecutive victory, prompting questions about whether the club can finally leave behind a turbulent recent past both on and off the pitch. The run of form marks a notable turnaround for a club that endured significant instability in prior seasons. The strong start has generated cautious optimism among supporters and pundits about West Ham's prospects for an immediate return to the Premier League, though observers note the club's history of inconsistency.