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FIFA World Cup faces extreme heat risks for players

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The upcoming FIFA World Cup faces significant heat challenges, with a recent study indicating that many host cities in North America are likely to exceed dangerous Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) thresholds. These high WBGT levels, which account for temperature, humidity, wind speed, and solar radiation, pose a risk to player health and could necessitate game postponements. FIFA has stated its commitment to player safety, but the study suggests a higher likelihood of extreme heat conditions compared to previous tournaments. AI

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FIFA World Cup faces extreme heat risks for players

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