Cryptic crossword clue
Dodgy hamstring conceals pure sporting talent at first 12

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 12 letter word DISREPUTABLE

I've seen this crossword clue in Financial Times
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The straight part
We know that "Dodgy" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case dodgy = disreputable.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does DISREPUTABLE mean?

DISREPUTABLE noun
  1. A person who is not reputable.
DISREPUTABLE adjective
  1. Not respectable, lacking repute; discreditable.

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