Sumo: Yokozuna Hoshoryu to decide carefully about Kyushu meet participation
ITOSHIMA, Japan (Kyodo) -- Yokozuna Hoshoryu said Tuesday his decision on whether to compete at the upcoming Kyushu Grand Sumo Tournament will come do
Yokozuna Hoshoryu is uncertain about his participation in the upcoming Kyushu Grand Sumo Tournament, scheduled from November 8, following his absence from the September Autumn meet. The Mongolian-born grand champion finished the Nagoya meet with a 7-7 record before undergoing a right knee surgery. Hoshoryu stated, "I'm working assuming I will compete," but emphasized that the final decision will be made on the last minute after consulting with his stablemaster.
Despite having 15 practice bouts, including a win against wrestlers from the third-tier makushita division, Hoshoryu expressed concerns, stating that his knee is healing but he still feels vulnerable against low drive attacks. He also revealed that he consulted fellow grand champion Onosato before planning to have a bout with him.
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