front runner

US /ˈfrʌnt ˌrʌn.ər/
UK /ˈfrʌnt ˌrʌn.ər/
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领跑者, 热门人选

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.
该候选人目前是民意调查中的领跑者
Our team is the front runner for the championship this year.
我们队是今年冠军的领跑者