Crossword Genius

Sporting god secured by the rack, or somehow enslaved? (8)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

olympian

'sporting god' is the definition.
(an Olympic athlete)

I don't understand the rest of the clue.

(Other definitions for olympian that I've seen before include "Competitor in games held every four years" , "Top athlete" , "Relating to the home of the Greek gods" , "Majestic" , "Contestant in revival of ancient games" .)

I've seen this clue in The Guardian.
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