| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Tale of woe recounted to garner sympathy | The Times Concise | 01 Oct 2025 |
| An appeal for sympathy (4,4,5) | ||
| Tale of woe (4-4,5) | The Guardian Quick | 03 Jun 2024 |
| A touching tale, perhaps? (4,4,5) | ||
| Tale of woe, as difficult chance goes to waste around close of play | The Telegraph Cryptic | 18 Oct 2021 |