Japan: Mongolian sumo wrestler appointed grand champion

A Mongolian sumo wrestler has been promoted to the sport’s highest rank in a ceremony on Friday. Hoshoryu, real name Sugarragchaa Byambasuren, became the 74th yokozuna, or grand champion, after…

UK: Sumo Grand Tournament back in London after 34 years

The Royal Albert Hall will be transformed into a “temple of sumo” as it is set to host the Grand Sumo Tournament for the second time. Next October, more than…