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Features
/ 5 months ago[ICE TIME] Rising Star Hana Yoshida Impresses with Victory at Cup of China
Competing in just her second senior Grand Prix, Hana Yoshida vaulted from third place after the short program to take the...
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Features
/ 5 months ago[JAPAN SPORTS NOTEBOOK] Yuki Tsunoda Heading in the Right Direction
In his third season as a Formula One driver, Yuki Tsunoda says he's aiming for better results but sees AlphaTauri's progress,...
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Baseball
/ 5 months ago[ODDS and EVENS] 2023 Japan Series: A Compelling Mix of Highlights and Drama
Throughout this classic seven-game Japan Series, the Hanshin Tigers and Orix Buffaloes gave baseball fans plenty of reasons to pay attention.
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Features
/ 5 months ago[ICE TIME] Yuma Kagiyama Claims Bronze in Grand Prix Return
In France, following a stellar performance in the short program, Yuma Kagiyama weathered a few jump issues in his free skate...
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/ 6 months ago[JAPAN SPORTS NOTEBOOK] Hajime Moriyasu Selected as AFC's 2022 Coach of the Year
In recognition for leading Japan to victories over previous World Cup champions Spain and Germany in 2022, Hajime Moriyasu received the...
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Features
/ 6 months ago[ODDS and EVENS] Eddie Jones is Not a Good Fit for the Brave Blossoms
After flaming out of his last two head coaching gigs with England and Australia in less than a year, Eddie Jones...
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/ 6 months ago[ICE TIME] Kaori Sakamoto and Sota Yamamoto Lead Medal Parade for Japan at Skate Canada
Along with Sakamoto and Yamamoto claiming Skate Canada victories, Rino Matsuike was third in the women's event and Kao Miura was...
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/ 6 months ago[JAPAN SPORTS NOTEBOOK] World Series Hero Adolis Garcia Had a Forgettable Stint with NPB's Giants
Appearing in just four games for Yomiuri in 2016, Adolis Garcia, a Cuban-born outfielder, resumed his career the next season in...
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Boxing
/ 6 months ago[ODDS and EVENS] Naoya Inoue Fired Up About Title Unification Fight with Marlon Tapales
In the run-up to the bout, promoter Bob Arum described Naoya Inoue this way: "We are witnessing an all-time great fighter...
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Features
/ 6 months ago[ICE TIME] Shun Sato Earns Third-Place Finish at Skate America
With a solid showing at Skate America, Sato will be in the running to qualify for December's Grand Prix Final for...
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Features
/ 6 months ago[JAPAN SPORTS NOTEBOOK] Tokito Oda Triumphs at Japan Open to Continue Impressive Run in 2023
Top-ranked star Tokito Oda, who is 17, has won seven singles titles on the UNIQLO Wheelchair Tennis Tour this year, including...
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Baseball
/ 6 months ago[ODDS and EVENS] New Manager Toshiaki Imae Brings Positive Energy to the Rakuten Eagles
Two-time Japan Series MVP Toshiaki Imae says a family atmosphere, trust and decisiveness will be important ingredients for success in rebuilding...