What does the cryptic crossword clue "Arteta drew after beating to make no progress (5,5)" mean?

The definition is "make no progress". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of ARTETA + DREW = TREADWATER; definition: "make no progress" The answer is TREADWATER.

Arteta drew after beating to make no progress (5,5)

Guardian Cryptic #29630 | 15 Down | 2025-02-28 flower

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