Neither candidate has exactly 'covered himself in/with glory' [=neither candidate has been very successful or impressive] during this campaign.
They are 'basking in the glory' of their success. [=they are enjoying the attention that has been given to them because of their success]
He intends this movie to be the 'crowning glory' [=the final, most successful part or achievement] of his career as a filmmaker.
(..) It was the goals from Munez and Harris which got Real Madrid to the final, but only Harris has his place in the starting line-up. Munez on the bench. Glory within touching distance for footballers of Arsenal and Real Madrid. Gavin Harris with a little touch, he's given it to Harper. (..)2007 Goal II: Living the Dream
(..) They tend to be feisty, these encounters between Real Madrid and Valencia. He's picked out Munez. Raul alongside him, but Munez goes for goal and glory himself. Wanted the glory, but I don't think Raul's happy. Just about hooked away by Valencia. Under a bit of pressure here. (..)2007 Goal II: Living the Dream