News
SPORTS SHORTS | Kansei Matsuzawa Named to the AP All-America Team
Reporting on University of Hawaii place-kicker Kansei Matsuzawa, ski jumper Nozomi Maruyama's career-best season, snowboarder Ayumu Hirano and more.
Horse Racing
Hanshin Juvenile Fillies: Triumphant Star Anise Matches Record Time
The Drefong-sired filly clocked 1:32.6 en route to victory in the 77th Hanshin Juvenile Fillies, winning by 1¼ lengths in Takarazuka, Hyogo...
Basketball
ODDS and EVENS | Jahlil Okafor Making a Huge Impact for Levanga Hokkaido
In his first season in the B.League, former NBA first-round draft pick Jahlil Okafor has helped transform the Levanga Hokkaido into a...
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Features
/ 4 years ago[JAPAN SPORTS NOTEBOOK] Aiming to Exceed Record Medal Haul from Pyeongchang Games
Returning Japanese standout athletes from four years ago spark optimism for an even better showing at the Beijing Olympics.
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Features
/ 4 years ago[ICE TIME] Yuma Kagiyama Takes On the Olympic Challenge with Heroes Yuzuru Hanyu, Shoma Uno
"My biggest goal for the Olympics is to make no mistakes in both the short program and the free skate. Beyond...
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Auto Racing
/ 4 years ago[ODDS and EVENS] Takuma Sato Embraces Fresh Start, Becoming a Mentor with Dale Coyne Racing
Yes, a fast car is an absolute must for success in IndyCar racing. But the logistics and personal relationships that a...
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Tennis
/ 4 years agoKei Nishikori Opts for Arthroscopic Surgery on Left Hip
The former world No. 4 is expected to be sidelined for six months.
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Basketball
/ 4 years agoNiigata Albirex BB Seeking to Rebuild from Tough Times
First-year coach Fujitaka Hiraoka’s team has lost 25 consecutive games, a B. League record.
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Features
/ 4 years ago[ICE TIME] Japan Skaters Excel at Four Continents, Bavarian Open
Mai Mihara claimed the Four Continents women’s title for the second time, while Kazuki Tomono placed second in the men’s event....
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Sumo
/ 4 years agoMitakeumi Topples Yokozuna Terunofuji on Final Day of New Year Tourney
With his third career title, the sekiwake will be considered for promotion to ozeki.
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Features
/ 4 years ago[JAPAN SPORTS NOTEBOOK] Rui Hachimura, Yuta Watanabe Square Off for Third Time in NBA Careers
It was their first NBA encounter since February 9, 2020. “It’s an honor as a Japanese for us two to be...
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Sumo
/ 4 years agoAbi stuns Terunofuji on Penultimate Day of New Year Tournament
Mitakeumi moves back into sole possession of the lead to set up showdown with the grand champion.
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Tennis
/ 4 years agoNaomi Osaka Bounced From Australian Open in Third Round
Unseeded American Amanda Anisimova outplayed the reigning champion in the third-set tiebreak.
