Sumo: Hoshoryu loses 3rd straight bout as Atamifuji retains Kyushu lead
FUKUOKA (Kyodo) -- Yokozuna Hoshoryu suffered his third straight defeat at the Kyushu Grand Sumo Tournament on Thursday as sekiwake Atamifuji kept his
At the Kyushu Grand Sumo Tournament, Yokozuna Hoshoryu experienced his third consecutive loss on Thursday, while sekiwake Atamifuji maintained his unbeaten record after five days. Hoshoryu (2-3) attempted a left-handed slap on Fujiseiun (2-3) but failed to gain an advantage, ultimately being overpowered by the No. 2 maegashira. The Mongolian-born grand champion expressed his surprise, stating that he intends to savor his win later.
Yokozuna Onosato (4-1) quickly defeated the No. 2 maegashira Ura (1-4), contributing to Atamifuji's (5-0) perfect record. Atamifuji (5-0) further extended his winning streak by defeating Fujinokawa (1-4) by forcing him out. Atamifuji also triumphed over sekiwake Fujinokawa (1-4). Ozeki Kotozakura (4-1) claimed victory over No. 3 maegashira Takayasu (1-4), while Ozeki Kirishima (4-1) emerged as the winner against former ozeki Asanoyama (1-4).
Aonishiki (3-2) held on to his left underarm grip and forced Hakunofuji (2-3) out with a powerful throw. Yoshinofuji (3-2) managed to recover his position and force out Churanoumi (1-4). Eight out of the ten maegashira, including promising newcomer Fujiryoga at No. 1, have managed to improve their records to 4-1.
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