LA Times Mini puzzle clues 2024 Aug 14

• Essay subject Crossword Clue
• Footnote abbr. Crossword Clue
• "Gladiator" battle site Crossword Clue
• "Green" sci. Crossword Clue
• LL Cool J's "Going Back to ___" Crossword Clue
• Pianist/bandleader Chick Crossword Clue
• "Spumante" lead-in Crossword Clue
• Starts the bidding Crossword Clue
• Swiss chocolate maker Crossword Clue
• Three-time U.S. Open winner Ivan ___ Crossword Clue