front runner
US /ˈfrʌnt ˌrʌn.ər/
UK /ˈfrʌnt ˌrʌn.ər/
1.
faworyt, lider
the person, animal, or organization that is most likely to win a race or competition
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The candidate is currently the front runner in the polls.
Kandydat jest obecnie faworytem w sondażach.
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Our team is the front runner for the championship this year.
Nasza drużyna jest faworytem do mistrzostwa w tym roku.