The phrase "to take the crown" means to become the new ruler, champion, or the best in a particular field or competition.
Sentences with «to take the crown»
But who takes the crown as the most - popular user? (nbr.com)
In our review, we found the new Fire HD 10 to easily take the crown for best budget tablet — but make room for plenty of compromises. (digitaltrends.com)
It comfortably and confidently takes that crown from its older brother. (windowscentral.com)