The opening game and the tiebreak? Crossword Clue

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OPENING (noun)
1. an open or empty space in or between things
2. a recognized sequence of moves at the beginning of a game of chess
OPENING (adjective)
1. first or beginning
GAME (noun)
1. your occupation or line of work
2. a secret scheme to do something (especially something underhand or illegal)
GAME (adjective)
1. willing to face danger
2. disabled in the feet or legs
GAME (verb)
1. place a bet on

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55. “It wasn’t my day”

57. How music and software used to be distributed

58. Like heart-healthy exercise

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90. Upscale hotel feature

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