Waratahs captain Jake Gordon says it would have been a good experience playing in France, but he understands why Rugby Australia aren't releasing him.
The in-form Brumbies have their eyes on their first Super Rugby title in two decades as they prepare for a 2004 grand-final rematch against the Crusaders.
The Queensland Reds must win in Fiji against the Drua to remain in the fight for a top-four Super Rugby Pacific finish.