What does the cryptic crossword clue "Greek pentathletes injured, but perform bravely (5,3,6)" mean?

The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). anagram of GR (synonym="GR") + PENTATHLETES (synonym="PENTATHLETES") = GRASPTHENETTLE The answer is GRASPTHENETTLE.

Greek pentathletes injured, but perform bravely (5,3,6)

Guardian Cryptic #29405 | 8 Down | 2024-06-10 flower

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