Describe a moment of excitement and anticipation as a character in your story prepares for a long-awaited competition or event

Describe a moment of excitement and anticipation as a character in your story prepares for a long-awaited competition or event. What thoughts are running through their mind as they check their equipment, double-check their strategy, and psych themselves up for the challenge ahead? How do they feel as they step into the arena and the crowd’s cheers fill the air?