If you are in pole position, you are in a very strong position in a competition or competitive situation, and are likely to win or be successful. ... Note: This expression comes from motor racing, where the driver who starts the race in front of all the other drivers is said to start `in pole position'.

What does it mean to be in the pole position?

: the front position at the start of a car race He won the pole position by having the fastest qualifying time.

What is pole position in business?

Meaning of pole position in English

the leading or best possible position: Cuaron's film Roma was in pole position for winning an Oscar. The supermarket chain is determined to gain pole position in chosen markets.