Came first, albeit only one point ahead (3)

I believe the answer is:

won

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'came first' is the definition.
(I've seen this before)

'point ahead' is the wordplay.
'point' becomes 'w' (W is an example).
'ahead' becomes 'on' (synonyms).
'w'+'on'='WON'

'albeit only one' acts as a link.
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(Other definitions for won that I've seen before include "and 26: Chinese dumpling" , "Came first" , "Eastern currency" , "Triumphed" , "Gained a victory" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.

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