champion

noun
  1. A person who has defeated or surpassed all rivals in a competition, especially in sports. noun
    She was the champion of the tennis tournament.
    The team celebrated their victory as the new league champions.
  2. A person who fights or argues for a cause or on behalf of someone else. noun
    He became a champion for environmental conservation.
    She is known as a champion of human rights.
  3. To support the cause of; to defend or advocate for. verb
    He championed the new policy at the meeting.
    She has championed the rights of the underprivileged for years.
  4. Exceptionally good or skilled at a particular activity. adjective
    He gave a champion performance in the final match.
    Her champion skills in chess are well recognized.