The Abu Dhabi event features a superb field with eight out of the world’s top-10 male triathletes confirmed for the second edition.

Whether you’re doing the triathlon competitively or simply to test your body, here are six key tips to remember for Saturday’s event.

1. Plan your day carefully. Pack the night before. Have a proper breakfast – don’t skip that meal but don’t eat something you haven’t been eating before training.

2. Arrive in plenty of time to set up your bike and transition area. Run through your checklist. Visualise everything.

3. Check the air pressure in your tyres. Abu Dhabi has a great road surface so aim for something around 110psi.

4. Leave yourself time to sort any issues you might have with your bike – the bike partner at the race will carry out simple maintenance if you need help

5. Listen to the PA for any announcements or changes to times etc

6. Once your bike and transition are set up find somewhere quiet to sit and rest. Don’t walk about – you’re just wasting energy. Try to keep your heart rate down, even if it’s your first time and you’re nervous. Even the pros get nervous.