front runner
US /ˈfrʌnt ˌrʌn.ər/
UK /ˈfrʌnt ˌrʌn.ər/

名詞
1.
最有力候補, 先頭走者
the person, animal, or organization that is most likely to win a race or competition
例:
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The candidate is currently the front runner in the polls.
その候補者は現在、世論調査で最有力候補です。
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Our team is the front runner for the championship this year.
私たちのチームは今年、チャンピオンシップの最有力候補です。
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