A try after just 10 seconds from Paul Perez inspired Samoa to a 26-15 victory over New Zealand in the cup final of the Emirates Airline Dubai Sevens today.
New Zealand were beaten four tries to three, with Perez scoring a double. Some uncharacteristic errors from Gordon Tietjens' men helped the Samoans.
Samoa reached the final after beating last year's runners-up France 12-5 in the first cup semi-final thanks to tries from Reupena Levasa and Robert Lilomaiava.
New Zealand overcame Kenya 27-7 in the second semi-final, Scott Curry and Tim Mikkelson both crossing twice.
Kenya finished third after beating France 15-12 in the third place-play off thanks to Collins Injera's sixth try of the tournament.
