The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 plus 1 letter word ATHLETIC} –
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The straight part
We know that "sporting" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case sporting = athletic} –.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 ATHLETIC} – mean?
ATHLETIC} – adjective- Having to do with athletes.
- Physically active.
- Having a muscular, well developed body, being in shape.
- An attribute of a motion or play which requires fine physical ability.