The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 8 letter word VIRTUOSI
I've seen this crossword clue in The Guardian
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More clues leading to the result VIRTUOSI
- Top performers, some Adonis outrivalled, flipped
- Some ascendant yogis outrival masters
- Experts visit our assembly
- Sporting tours hosted by seven star players
- Visitor excited, being around Centre Court maestros
- Lives away from one’s house with Rex and four flipping good players
- Visit our amazingly talented musicians
- Six rings suitor ordered — they are brilliant
Buddy explains!
The straight part
We know that "good players" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case good players = virtuosi.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.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.
What does VIRTUOSI mean?
VIRTUOSI noun- An expert in virtù or art objects and antiquities; a connoisseur.
- Someone with special skill or knowledge; an expert.
- Specifically, a musician (or other performer) with masterly ability, technique, or personal style.