Notched a victory, finally, 6 letters
Was victorious, but not by a knockout, 11 letters
Carried the day, 6 letters
Ended up on top, 6 letters
Prevailed, 6 letters
Succeeded after great effort, 6 letters
Wound up first, 6 letters
Convinced, 7 letters
Disarmed, 7 letters
Gained favor with, 7 letters
Persuaded, 7 letters