With the 2010 World Cup drawing ever closer, FIFA have released details on the route which the famous trophy will travel. In all, it will span 86 countries during a 225-day tour, and an 134,017 kilometers(83,274 miles)trip, allowing thousands of fans from around the globe see the real solid-gold trophy in person. The Trophy Tour will begin its journey from the FIFA Headquarters on September 21, 2009, and will arrive in the host country of South Africa on May 4, 2010.During the Trophy Tour, fans will be given the chance to enjoy a rare close-up view of the authentic FIFA World Cup Trophy. Free tickets to the 2009/10 Trophy Tour will be made available to consumers via Coca-Cola promotions in countries on the route. At events in each city, fans will have the opportunity to have a souvenir photo taken of themselves with the trophy, view a special 3-D movie showcasing memorable moments of the FIFA World Cup, participate in interactive displays and enjoy other entertainment. Countries and dates of the route are subject to change.
This is the second tour to be undertaken by the trophy. Coca-Cola have sponsored both events, with the first being in 2006. This was a huge success with the trophy visiting 31 cities in 29 countries, covering 102,570 kilometers(63,734 miles). There is much pride being taken in the fact that the tour is able to grow.
Some Stats on the World Cup Trophy:
- Height: 36.8 centimetres (14.5 inches)
- Weight: 6,175 grams (13.61 pounds)
- Made of solid, 18-carat gold
- The base contains two layers of semi-precious malachite
- The bottom side of the Trophy bears the engraved year and name of each FIFA World Cup winner since 1974.
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