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Kisenosato Yutaka becomes the 72nd yokozuna in sumo wrestling, making him the first Japanese national to achieve this rank in 19 years. Kisenosato Yutaka, born as Yutaka Hagiwara, has had a successful career in sumo wrestling, achieving the second-highest rank of ōzeki in 2012. After winning his first top division championship in January 2017 with a remarkable 14-1 record, he is promoted to the prestigious yokozuna rank, symbolizing his exceptional skills and accomplishments in the sport.
Tuesday, 24 January, 2017