What does the cryptic crossword clue "End of exciting race, still perfect (5,6)" mean?

The definition is "End of exciting race,". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). PHOTO (synonym="still") + FINISH (synonym="perfect") = PHOTO FINISH; definition: "End of exciting race," The answer is Photo finish.

End of exciting race, still perfect (5,6)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3016 | 8 Down | 2019-08-11 flower

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