(2)Asashoryu wins New Year meet for 10th career title

(2)Asashoryu wins New Year meet for 10th career title

TOKYO, Japan - Yokozuna Asashoryu is all smiles as he leaves Tokyo's Ryogoku Kokugikan after winning the New Year Grand Sumo Tournament to claim the 10th Emperor's Cup of his career Jan. 21. The unbeaten grand champion, who was 12-0 after bouts on Jan. 20, secured the title after his two closest challengers fell to their fourth losses. The 15-day tournament lasts until Jan. 23. (Kyodo)

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