Definition of «true champ»

The phrase "true champ" refers to someone who is a genuine and exceptional winner or champion.

They had to deal with a bigger Team Kappa Sig JR and dealt with that adversity like true champs. (allsportsseries.com)
Grace under pressure is what separates true champs from the also rans... COYG!!!! (justarsenal.com)
Khabib can't claim he's the true champ until he beats Tony. (sbnation.com)
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