Stuck in top right corner. 7dn Saints mentioned in mass turn to a greater figure (7, two words) g?rss?p, 12 ac Start of race and one of the crew gets a cheer (4) ???r, lastly 8dn Inquire about Arab pressing small clothes(6) s?lee?
I believe it is saree? but cannot justify either sarees from the clue or sareek from Chambers. Mystery remains until the penny drops or welcomed help comes.