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The turf for the World Cup pitches needed eight years of scientific design to ensure consistency across all stadiums. John Sorochan, a scientist, worked on creating uniform grass surfaces for dozens of team camps and 16 stadiums. Varying conditions like Mexico City's altitude and Miami's heat presented a challenge.
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