Gained

verb

1. To acquire possession of.

   "Looks like you've gained a new friend."

2. To have or receive advantage or profit; to acquire gain; to grow rich; to advance in interest, health, or happiness; to make progress.

   "The sick man gains daily."

3. To come off winner or victor in; to be successful in; to obtain by competition.

   "to gain a battle; to gain a case at law"

4. To increase.
5. To be more likely to catch or overtake an individual.

   "I'm gaining (on you)."