Cryptic crossword clue
Walker perhaps, to give support to former cricket sponsor?

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

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The straight part
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What does BACKPACKER mean?

BACKPACKER noun
  1. A traveler whose luggage consists of a backpack; especially, such a traveler who uses hostels, public transport, and other inexpensive services.

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