Sumo
Ukrainian sumo wrestler Aonishiki wins second straight title
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Ukrainian ozeki Aonishiki, real name Danylo Yavhusishyn, clinched his second consecutive championship at the New Year Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo's Ryogoku Kokugikan by defeating maegashira No. 4 Atamifuji in a playoff after both finished with 12-3 records. The 21-year-old, who fled the war in Ukraine three years ago, became the first Ukrainian to win an Emperor's Cup following his victory at the Kyushu tournament in November. His rapid rise is captivating the sumo world.
Yokozuna Onosato withdrew from the Spring Grand Sumo Tournament on the fourth day. The 25-year-old submitted his withdrawal notice to the Japan Sumo Association a day after three straight losses to open the tournament at Edion Arena Osaka. This is his second mid-tournament withdrawal.
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A self-reported incident of violence by Isegahama stablemaster, former yokozuna Terunofuji, against top-division wrestler Hakunofuji has sparked strong anger but little surprise. The reaction mirrors those of similar incidents over the past two decades, with reproachful articles, reports, and emotionally charged online fan responses. Despite Terunofuji's previously positive reputation, few appear shocked by the news from the stable.
Das Kyushu Grand Sumo Turnier eröffnet im November in Fukuoka, wobei Yokozuna Onosato und Hoshoryu zu den Favoriten für den Emperor’s Cup gehören. Ein mögliches Duell am 23. November bleibt unentschieden für den Sieger. Nach dem Rücktritt von Terunofuji früher im Jahr 2025 leiten diese beiden jungen Powerhouses das Sumo, während das Jahr zu Ende geht.
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Der ukrainische Ringer Aonishiki setzt seinen schnellen Aufstieg im Sumō fort und erhält eine rekordverdächtige Beförderung zum Sekiwake-Rang. Der 21-Jährige erreichte dies nach nur 13 Turnieren und brach damit einen Rekord aus dem Jahr 1958.