Quote Originally Posted by Ash View Post
In motor racing they use "best in class". Particularly important when different categories of car are racing on the same track (eg le Mans).
Of course; hounds too.

Best of Breed, Best in Group (a group is several breeds of the same type) and Best in Show in which all the Group winners compete for the top prize. Each of these also include a Reserve Best, which is awarded to the best loser from the opposite sex.