An "upset win" refers to a surprising victory by an underdog or a team/individual not expected to win against a stronger opponent.
Sentences with «upset win»
«Christine Pellegrino Democrat huge upset win in the Republican 9th District has major implications for the Child Victims Act in NY,» Greenberg said. (nystateofpolitics.com)
Leading off is «Baby Driver» here, and it represents a potential upset win for the popular film. (awardscircuit.com)
The past few years have been thrillingly turbulent for the top Oscar category, with surprise last - minute upset wins by Spotlight two years ago and Moonlight last year. (decider.com)