| Rating | Solver | Clue |
|---|---|---|
| GROUSE | Whinge about game | |
| BLEAT | Whinge about table | |
| HALF-TIME | Hate film about game interval | |
| FACETS | Sides present facts about last game | |
| OWNED | Admitted being down about last game | |
| CHARADES | Party game is about cash, dear | |
| WIG | Have the odd whinge about judge’s hairpiece | |
| PHEASANT | Peasant has second thoughts about game bird | |