What does the cryptic crossword clue "Collapsed on tenth lap in this challenge (10)" mean?

The definition is "challenge". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of ONTENTHLAP ("on tenth lap") [anagram: "Collapsed"] = PENTATHLON; definition: "challenge" The answer is PENTATHLON.

Collapsed on tenth lap in this challenge (10)

Guardian Cryptic #29023 | 27 Across | 2023-03-21 flower

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