| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| BUDDINGCHAMPION | One likely to win a belt |
| favorite | the one most likely to win |
| POKIER | Less likely to win a race |
| NEATER | More likely to win a handwriting award |
| CUTER | More likely to win a baby contest |
| ODDSON | Most likely to win, as a favorite |
| HAMMIEST | Least likely to win a Tony, perhaps |
| favorites | The competitor thought most likely to win a game or contest, esp. by people betting on the outcome |
