All posts tagged "sumo"

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  Sumo

  / 3 years ago

  Yokozuna Hakuho Completes Stunning Comeback With Title-Clinching Victory Over Terunofuji

  Despite the loss, Terunofuji almost certain to be promoted to sumo's highest rank.

  By Jim Armstrong
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  Japan Sports Notebook

  / 3 years ago

  [JAPAN SPORTS NOTEBOOK] A Record 582 Athletes Comprise Host Nation’s Olympic Contingent

  ~~ The Olympics have grown in size and scale over the decades. Just as infrastructure costs and increased media coverage have...

  By Ed Odeven
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  Sumo

  / 4 years ago

  Terunofuji Wins First Title at Ozeki to Bolster Yokozuna Promotion Chances

  ~~ Terunofuji defeated fellow ozeki Takakeisho in a playoff on the final day of the Summer Grand Sumo Tournament on Sunday,...

  By Jim Armstrong
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  Basketball

  / 4 years ago

  [JAPAN SPORTS NOTEBOOK] Rui Hachimura Continues to Develop His Game and Improve

  ~~ Rui Hachimura appeared in his 100th NBA regular-season game on Monday, May 3. The Toyama native delivered a strong performance,...

  By Ed Odeven
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  Odds and Evens

  / 4 years ago

  [ODDS and EVENS] Hibikiryu's Death Shines Spotlight on Sumo's Antiquated Medical Emergency Procedures

  ~~ Did the Japan Sumo Association have policies in place to ensure that Hibikiryu would receive the best medical care as...

  By Ed Odeven