Victor's opposite number (5)

I believe the answer is:

loser

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(Other definitions for loser that I've seen before include "one plays without success" , "One vanquished" , "Unsuccessful type" , "Defeated person" , "One not winning" .)

I've seen this clue in The Globe and Mail.

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