Researchers studying the physics of soccer balls have found that the new Adidas Trionda ball for the upcoming World Cup may not travel as far as previous models. Wind-tunnel experiments indicate that while the ball's design, featuring textured panels and grooves, offers improvements, it could slightly penalize extreme distance kicks. This change in aerodynamics might be more noticeable for goalkeepers, long-range passers, and distant shooters. AI
RANK_REASON The cluster discusses research findings on the aerodynamic properties of a sports ball, which falls under research. [lever_c_demoted from research: ic=2 ai=0.1]
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