Harumafuji Wins Sumo Tournament

Harumafuji has won the New Year Grand Sumo Tournament with a perfect 15-0 record. Asia and Japan Watch opens their report by saying,

Mongolian yokozuna Harumafuji dominated nemesis Hakuho on Jan. 27 to finish the New Year Grand Sumo Tournament with a perfect 15-0 record, his first at the sport's highest rank.

Japan Today explains why he had a lot to prove after disappointing losses at his debut at this rank. The Japan Times quotes him:

“I am really happy,” said Harumafuji. “This is my first title as grand champion. I fought each day and made sure I had no regrets.”

Here's video of the final match with commentary by JasonsInJapan, who has a Youtube channel devoted to coverage of these tournaments:



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