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Kyodo News
3 days ago
- Sport
- Kyodo News
Sumo: Surprise leader Ichiyamamoto 1st to record 8 wins at IG Arena
NAGOYA - Unheralded No. 8 maegashira Ichiyamamoto found himself in an unfamiliar position Monday as outright leader of the Nagoya Grand Sumo Tournament after becoming the first wrestler to seal a winning record at the new IG Arena. The 31-year-old from Hokkaido improved to 8-1 with a victory over sixth-ranked maegashira Gonoyama before his three overnight co-leaders, including sekiwake Kirishima, incurred losses on Day 9. While he regularly opens with a hand thrust, Ichiyamamoto attacked head-first against fellow Chuo University alumnus Gonoyama. "I didn't want to lose," Ichiyamamoto said. "I thought he'd get the upper hand if I didn't hit him firmly." Ichiyamamoto served as an attendant in the grand champion's ring-entry ceremony for the first time on Day 9, standing in for komusubi Takayasu ahead of his match with yokozuna Onosato. The maegashira said he was relieved that the newly promoted Onosato went on to win the day's ultimate bout. "If I was the attendant and the yokozuna lost, it would seem like I brought him bad luck," Ichiyamamoto said. The pusher-thruster from the Hanaregoma stable has not led at this stage of a 15-day tournament since the November 2023 Kyushu meet, when he went on to win 11 bouts and earn a Fighting Spirit Prize. The last wrestler from Hokkaido to lift the Emperor's Cup was yokozuna Hokutoumi, now Japan Sumo Association chief Hakkaku, at the 1991 Spring meet. "Ichiyamamoto has a great opportunity," Hakkaku said. "I hope he can stay in the running for the championship for as long as possible." Ichiyamamato, whose career high ranking is maegashira No. 4, said he simply hoped to move up in the rankings before heading back to his home prefecture next month during sumo's summer tour. "I want to go home with good results," he said. "I hope I can move up at least one rank."
The Mainichi
16-05-2025
- Sport
- The Mainichi
Sumo: Onosato stays unbeaten, Hoshoryu among winners on Day 6
TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Ozeki Onosato remained undefeated in his quest for yokozuna promotion Friday at the Summer Grand Sumo Tournament by easily pushing out rank-and-file opponent Gonoyama. The March tournament winner, aiming to seal promotion with another championship, moved into a two-way tie for the lead with No. 7 maegashira Hakuoho as both improved to a flawless 6-0 on Day 6 at Tokyo's Ryogoku Kokugikan arena. Onosato faced a strong opening charge from winless No. 2 maegashira Gonoyama but held his ground before reversing the momentum and driving the rank-and-file wrestler over the edge. Hoshoryu, the sport's only current yokozuna, improved to 4-2 as he overpowered veteran No. 3 maegashira Tamawashi in a battle of Mongolian-born grapplers. Desperate to avoid another loss in a lackluster start to the 15-day meet, the 25-year-old grand champion won the opening clash and kept his foot on the gas to shove out the 40-year-old Tamawashi (2-4). Ozeki Kotozakura (4-2) kept his composure to counter an attempted throw by No. 4 maegashira Takerufuji (3-3) and win their battle with a frontal crush out. Sekiwake Daieisho (5-1) took his first loss via a slap down against No. 3 maegashira Hiradoumi (3-3), leaving the explosive pusher-thruster with a paper-thin margin for error in his bid for ozeki promotion. Former ozeki Kirishima, now fighting as a sekiwake, improved to 4-2 with an outside leg trip against struggling No. 1 maegashira Wakamotoharu (1-5). The 21-year-old Hakuoho kept up his pursuit of a maiden Emperor's Cup by forcing out No. 5 maegashira Ura (1-5).
Kyodo News
15-05-2025
- Sport
- Kyodo News
Sumo: Hoshoryu snaps losing streak, Onosato stays unbeaten on Day 5
KYODO NEWS - 4 hours ago - 19:59 | Sports, All, Japan Lone yokozuna Hoshoryu took care of business against No. 2 maegashira Gonoyama to snap a two-bout losing streak Thursday at the Summer Grand Sumo Tournament. Ozeki Onosato stayed on top the leaderboard alongside sekiwake Daieisho and two rank-and-file wrestlers after improving to a perfect 5-0 on Day 5 at Ryogoku Kokugikan arena in Tokyo. Having withdrawn hurt from his yokozuna debut tournament in March, Hoshoryu (3-2) had been under pressure after another lackluster start to a 15-day meet. The Mongolian star struggled to secure his desired grip before getting hold of the winless Gonoyama and upending him with an overarm throw in the day's final bout. March champion Onosato continued his campaign for back-to-back Emperor's Cups and a promotion to yokozuna by overwhelming No. 3 maegashira Tamawashi (2-3). In an impressive display of power, the 24-year-old ozeki shrugged off his veteran opponent's opening blows before driving him back and forcing him over the straw. Daieisho maintained his spotless record by thrusting out No. 1 maegashira Oho (3-2). Trying to make his case for ozeki promotion, the powerful pusher-thruster won the opening collision and kept driving forward for a decisive victory. Ozeki Kotozakura (3-2) used a hand pull down to defeat No. 3 maegashira Hiradoumi (2-3), slinging him to the clay after the pair locked up in the middle. Komusubi Wakatakakage improved to 4-1 with a headlock throw against sekiwake Kirishima (3-2). The pair met chest to chest, with Kirishima looking in control before former sekiwake Wakatakakage caught the former ozeki around the neck and wrenched him to the clay. No. 7 maegashira Hakuoho and No. 16 maegashira Nishikigi stayed unbeaten and kept their share of the lead after winning their respective bouts against rank-and-file opponents. Related coverage: Sumo: Abi condemns Hoshoryu to 2nd loss, Onosato among 5 unbeaten Sumo: Long-time foe Oho sends yokozuna Hoshoryu down to 1st defeat Sumo: Lone yokozuna Hoshoryu cruises to 2nd win against Wakamotoharu
The Mainichi
15-05-2025
- Sport
- The Mainichi
Sumo: Hoshoryu snaps losing streak, Onosato stays unbeaten on Day 5
TOKYO (Kyodo) -- Lone yokozuna Hoshoryu took care of business against No. 2 maegashira Gonoyama to snap a two-bout losing streak Thursday at the Summer Grand Sumo Tournament. Ozeki Onosato stayed on top the leaderboard alongside sekiwake Daieisho and two rank-and-file wrestlers after improving to a perfect 5-0 on Day 5 at Ryogoku Kokugikan arena in Tokyo. Having withdrawn hurt from his yokozuna debut tournament in March, Hoshoryu (3-2) had been under pressure after another lackluster start to a 15-day meet. The Mongolian star struggled to secure his desired grip before getting hold of the winless Gonoyama and upending him with an overarm throw in the day's final bout. March champion Onosato continued his campaign for back-to-back Emperor's Cups and a promotion to yokozuna by overwhelming No. 3 maegashira Tamawashi (2-3). In an impressive display of power, the 24-year-old ozeki shrugged off his veteran opponent's opening blows before driving him back and forcing him over the straw. Daieisho maintained his spotless record by thrusting out No. 1 maegashira Oho (3-2). Trying to make his case for ozeki promotion, the powerful pusher-thruster won the opening collision and kept driving forward for a decisive victory. Ozeki Kotozakura (3-2) used a hand pull down to defeat No. 3 maegashira Hiradoumi (2-3), slinging him to the clay after the pair locked up in the middle. Komusubi Wakatakakage improved to 4-1 with a headlock throw against sekiwake Kirishima (3-2). The pair met chest to chest, with Kirishima looking in control before former sekiwake Wakatakakage caught the former ozeki around the neck and wrenched him to the clay. No. 7 maegashira Hakuoho and No. 16 maegashira Nishikigi stayed unbeaten and kept their share of the lead after winning their respective bouts against rank-and-file opponents.
Kyodo News
15-05-2025
- Sport
- Kyodo News
Sumo: Hoshoryu snaps losing streak, Onosato stays unbeaten on Day 5
KYODO NEWS - 2 minutes ago - 19:59 | Sports, All, Japan Lone yokozuna Hoshoryu took care of business against No. 2 maegashira Gonoyama to snap a two-bout losing streak Thursday at the Summer Grand Sumo Tournament. Ozeki Onosato stayed on top the leaderboard alongside sekiwake Daieisho and two rank-and-file wrestlers after improving to a perfect 5-0 on Day 5 at Ryogoku Kokugikan arena in Tokyo. Having withdrawn hurt from his yokozuna debut tournament in March, Hoshoryu (3-2) had been under pressure after another lackluster start to a 15-day meet. The Mongolian star struggled to secure his desired grip before getting hold of the winless Gonoyama and upending him with an overarm throw in the day's final bout. March champion Onosato continued his campaign for back-to-back Emperor's Cups and a promotion to yokozuna by overwhelming No. 3 maegashira Tamawashi (2-3). In an impressive display of power, the 24-year-old ozeki shrugged off his veteran opponent's opening blows before driving him back and forcing him over the straw. Daieisho maintained his spotless record by thrusting out No. 1 maegashira Oho (3-2). Trying to make his case for ozeki promotion, the powerful pusher-thruster won the opening collision and kept driving forward for a decisive victory. Ozeki Kotozakura (3-2) used a hand pull down to defeat No. 3 maegashira Hiradoumi (2-3), slinging him to the clay after the pair locked up in the middle. Komusubi Wakatakakage improved to 4-1 with a headlock throw against sekiwake Kirishima (3-2). The pair met chest to chest, with Kirishima looking in control before former sekiwake Wakatakakage caught the former ozeki around the neck and wrenched him to the clay. No. 7 maegashira Hakuoho and No. 16 maegashira Nishikigi stayed unbeaten and kept their share of the lead after winning their respective bouts against rank-and-file opponents. Related coverage: Sumo: Abi condemns Hoshoryu to 2nd loss, Onosato among 5 unbeaten Sumo: Long-time foe Oho sends yokozuna Hoshoryu down to 1st defeat Sumo: Lone yokozuna Hoshoryu cruises to 2nd win against Wakamotoharu
