Tokyo, Jan 17, 2025 (AFP) - Lone wrestler at sumo's highest rank set to retire

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2025-01-17

Terunofuji is retiring from sumo, the ancient Japanese sport's governing body said Friday, potentially leaving it without a wrestler at the highest rank of yokozuna for the first time in over 30 years. The Mongolian-born 33-year-old has struggled with injuries and withdrew from the ongoing New Year Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo on Thursday after forfeiting his bout. Terunofuji, who has won 10 tournaments in his career, is sumo's only active yoko......

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