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The perspective of players is deemed essential in the discussion as well. While some studies claim an increase in injuries on synthetic surfaces, others suggest the opposite. This lack of consensus regarding the injury rates necessitates a careful consideration of players' opinions. It is argued that if players collectively decide to eliminate synthetic turf by a set date, such as 2026 or 2027, then that ideal should be pursued. However, until the quality of natural grass improves universally, discussions about synthetic turf may be premature.