Definition
This expression is used before a competition or contest, to express the wish that the most capable, skilled, or deserving person will be victorious.
Before the debate was about to start, the two team leaders looked at each other and said, "May the best person win!"
After months of training, all the runners were ready for the marathon. "May the best runner win!" the coach said to them.
Before the fierce academic competition began, the host announced, "May the best team win!"