Read the following paragraphs and choose the most appropriate transition that could be used between them.

max wanted to win the championship more than anything. he woke up at 6: 00 to run every day. he made certain to eat all the right foods. he even spent time in prayer asking god to him.
max was nervous, but he knew that he had done his best to prepare. max decided to have fun and enjoy the day. he was determined to be proud of himself no matter whether he won or lost.

a) however, the day of the race arrived
b) finally, the day of the race arrived
c) previously, the day of the race arrived
d) currently, the day of the race arrived