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"Players at Women’s World Cup Frustrated By Artificial Turf"

"OTTAWA, Ontario – The fields are heating up, there are little black rubber pellets everywhere, and feet are covered with blisters.

The artificial turf at the Women’s World Cup is taking a toll.

Australian forward Michelle Heyman told reporters that when the temperature rises, the fields are like walking on 'hot coals.'"

Anne M. Peterson reports for the Associated Press June 28, 2015.

SEE ALSO:

"There's Nothing Fake About Issues With Artificial Turf At Women's World Cup" (Yahoo! Sports)

Source: AP, 06/29/2015