Answer:

stayer

AnswerCrossword Clue
STAYERPersistent one
STAYEROne hanging around
STAYEROne with powers of endurance.
STAYERLaster.
STAYEROne with powers of endurance: Colloq.
STAYERNo quitter.
STAYERDistance horse, e.g.
STAYEROne with endurance
STAYERDurable race horse
STAYEROne still in the game, in poker
STAYERPerson in for the long haul