Glasgow Warriors try star Pat MacArthur got rid of his seven-year itch and sent a timely reminder to Scotland supremo Vern Cotter.
The hooker was left out of the Six Nations plans, but he is praying his super show at Scotstoun can spark a Test recall before the end of the tournament.
MacArthur’s crucial effort was his first touchdown for Glasgow, and it couldn’t have come at a more opportune time for him and his team, who now hold a handy four-point lead in the race for the Pro12 play-offs.
The former Ayr ace declared: “That is definitely a monkey off my back after seven long years without scoring, and it was a very important one as well.
“Our run of five matches at this stage of the season when so many of the guys are away on Scotland duty has been a massive area for us.
“It has underlined our strength in depth, plus the amazing spirit in the squad.
“What has shone through is that whether or not you are an inter-national player, you put your heart and soul into that Warriors jersey.
“We pride ourselves on that and we never take a backward step.”
Glasgow had to show guts and resolve after a Tom Grabham try and two kicks from Sam Davies against the run of play had edged the Ospreys in front.
Peter Horne jumped to the rescue with two late penalties, much to the relief of MacArthur and his mates.
He said: “We spend a lot of time on our game plan and how we take on other teams.
“Over the years we have developed a no-need-to-panic attitude when things go against us.
“That was the case here and we knew we were still in the game.
“We also knew that if we stuck to our blueprint, the chances would come and that is what happened.”
In the wake of two early butchered opportunities, slick passing, patient phase-play and the evasive skills of Niko Matawalu created the time and space for MacArthur to gleefully dive over.
Graham’s score had the fans on the edge of their seats but Horne held his nerve to clinch the success.