noun
win of a low-ranked wrestler in the extra eighth bout
Sumo term: a victory by a low-ranked wrestler in the additional eighth match of a tournament day, often seen as an upset.
幕下の力士が勝ち得を挙げ、館内が沸いた。
A makushita wrestler scored a win in the extra eighth bout, and the arena erupted.
勝ち得は番付下位の力士にとって大きな自信になる。
A win in the extra eighth bout gives a great confidence boost to lower-ranked wrestlers.