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University of Tennessee advances turf research for 2026 FIFA World Cup
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The University of Tennessee at Knoxville is in the final stages of turfgrass research to ensure consistent playing surfaces across 16 stadiums for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Leading the effort is professor John Sorochan, whose team has developed innovative techniques tested at the Club World Cup earlier this year. The work focuses on replicating conditions in domed stadiums to prioritize player safety and performance.