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Name the winner (6)

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I believe the answer is:

victor

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This could be a double definition.

'name' is the first definition.
The definition and answer can be both people as well as being singular nouns.
Perhaps they are linked in a way I don't understand?

'the winner' is the second definition.
(synonyms)

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(Other definitions for victor that I've seen before include "Comms code for V" , "One coming out on top" , "The one who wins the battle" , "winning player" , "''To the . . . . . . the spoils'' (6)" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish News.
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