What does the cryptic crossword clue "Waste a sporting triumph (7)" mean?

The definition is "Waste". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of A ("a") + TROPHY (synonym of "triumph") [anagram: "sporting"] = ATROPHY; definition: "Waste" The answer is ATROPHY.

Waste a sporting triumph (7)

Guardian Cryptic #29611 | 11 Across | 2025-02-06 flower

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