DIY tool; athletics event (6)

I believe the answer is:

hammer

(Other definitions for hammer that I've seen before include "Tool for nails" , "Gavel, small mallet" , "Auctioneer's mallet" , "Nail-driving tool" , "Drive nails" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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