The prospect of playing in a Pitch 1 final will be motivating many of the thousands of players at the Dubai Sevens this weekend.
They might be careful what they wish for, though: running out in front of mass crowds in the packed scaffolding stands will be as nerve-racking as it is thrilling.
One player trying to make good on that ambition might already feel familiar with Pitch 1, despite having only lived in the country for three months.
Liam Blyde is part of an Abu Dhabi Harlequins side that are targeting success in the Gulf Men’s League tournament.
If they were to make Sunday’s 3.56pm final, he might feel confident in his surroundings.
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