Professional speedster (5)

I believe the answer is:

racer

(Other definitions for racer that I've seen before include "Speedway competitor, perhaps" , "American snake" , "Fast-moving snake" , "Participant in speed contest" , "one in a hurry" .)

I've seen this clue in The Star Tribune.

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