The 21-year-old, who fled the war in Ukraine three years ago, won the Kyushu tournament after a tie-breaking victory over grand champion Hoshoryu from Mongolia.
Aonishiki (left) receives the Prime Minister’s Cup trophy. PIC /AFP
Ukrainian sumo wrestler Danylo Yavhusishyn, known by his ring name Aonishiki Arata, on Sunday became the first from his nation to win a sumo tournament.
The 21-year-old, who fled the war in Ukraine three years ago, won the Kyushu tournament after a tie-breaking victory over grand champion Hoshoryu from Mongolia.
Japan Sumo Association will soon hold a special meeting to promote him to “ozeki”, the second highest ranking under “yokozuna”, or grand champion.
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