Cryptic crossword clue
Horse is straddled by female top rider 10

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word SHOWJUMPER

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The straight part
We know that "rider" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case rider = showjumper.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does SHOWJUMPER mean?

SHOWJUMPER noun
  1. A person or horse that competes in show jumping.

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