| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Art of winning (12) | ||
| The craft of the player (12) | ||
| Potter's art - master in elaborate Ming shapes (12) | ||
| Cunning practice smashing me and pa to pieces (12) | ||
| Misshapen ground next to school that's unsuitable for sporting events | The Telegraph Toughie | 11 Jul 2023 |
| Competitive guile | The Times Concise | 08 Mar 2020 |
| At the start of 12 across, staff on despatch involved in psychological tricks | Irish Times Crosaire | 26 Feb 2019 |
| Play dirty at the start of 12 across with worker on despatch | Irish Times Crosaire | 17 Aug 2016 |
| Contests + guy + boat |