What does the cryptic crossword clue "Checks Nadal's OK to be introduced to supporters (7)" mean?

The definition is "Checks". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). SI (synonym="“OK”/yes, in the language of one with the Spanish surname, Nadal, a famous example being Rafael, the tennis player") in RESTS (synonym="supporters/objects that provide support") = RESISTS; definition: "Checks" The answer is RESISTS.

Checks Nadal's OK to be introduced to supporters (7)

Independent Cryptic #1788 | 28 Across | 2024-06-02 flower

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