Influence of boot stud shapes and pitch surfaces on rugby players’ sprinting performance
Sharul Nizam Turiman,
Nasrul Hadi Johari
Abstract:Introduction:
In rugby, a player’s sprinting prowess emerges as a pivotal determinant for bridging the gap to opponents and eluding their pursuit. Hence, a proper rugby boot assumes paramount importance in enhancing sprinting capabilities. However, the tropical climate conditions in Malaysia, with high temperatures, humidity and heavy rainfall, possess the potential to rapidly degrade rugby pitch conditions, thereby exerting a pronounced impact on sprinting performance.
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