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Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Sports
Kiriyama, the Spring Tournament Champion, Holds a Press Conference; Aiming to Become a 'Cool' Ozeki for the Second Time
Kiriyama, after winning his third championship at the Spring Tournament, expressed his desire to become a 'cool' ozeki during a press conference.
Mar 23 • 07:15 UTC
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Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Sports
Kirshima Continues Good Performance Towards Ozeki Comeback - Wins First Championship in 14 Tournaments at Spring Sumo Tournament
Kirshima has secured a championship victory, ensuring his return to the rank of Ozeki after a 14-tournament hiatus following the Spring Sumo Tournament held at Edion Arena Osaka.
Mar 22 • 09:17 UTC
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Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local
Death of ‘Black Leopard of Nankai’: A Second Sumo Life Walking with Former Popular Singer
Mutsuo Hidaka, the former Ozeki known as the 'Black Leopard of Nankai', has passed away at the age of 69 due to pneumonia.
Mar 16 • 03:26 UTC
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Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local
Former Ozeki Wakanosato has passed away at 69, known as the 'Black Panther of Nankai' who married a popular singer.
Former sumo wrestler Wakanosato, known for his nickname 'Black Panther of Nankai,' passed away at the age of 69 due to pneumonia.
Mar 15 • 12:55 UTC