My BIL has a solid oak oval table approx 62" x 40" (without leaf) that he wants cut down to 54" x 40". I plan on placing the tabletop face down on the table saw and cut 4" off the centerline of each half. However, the apron is glued on and not removable. It is rounded and not easy to fit with a backing block to avoid chip-out.
I have a cabinet saw and a sharp blade with a zero clearance insert. I don't view chip-out as a problem on the table top but was a bit concerned about cutting the apron. Any comments??? Does anyone have any suggestions or red flag alarms?
He has a leaf and said I could "practice" on it before cutting the actual table. Any advice is appreciated.

Thanks - John W