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.
Le Grand Tournoi de Sumo de Kyushu s'ouvre à Fukuoka en novembre, avec yokozuna Onosato et Hoshoryu en tête des favoris pour la Coupe de l'Empereur. Un affrontement potentiel le 23 novembre reste incertain pour le vainqueur. Après la retraite de Terunofuji plus tôt en 2025, ces deux jeunes puissances guident le sumo alors que l'année se termine.
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Le lutteur ukrainien Aonishiki poursuit son ascension rapide au sumo, obtenant une promotion record au rang de sekiwake. Le jeune de 21 ans a atteint cela après seulement 13 tournois, battant un record précédent établi en 1958.