What does the cryptic crossword clue "Close match, winning (3,2)" mean?

The definition is "Close". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). TIE (synonym of "match,") + UP (synonym of "winning"); definition: "Close" The answer is Tie up.

Close match, winning (3,2)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3053 | 10 Across | 2020-04-26 flower

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