Kotoshogiku maintains late-blooming stable tradition

Kotoshogiku maintains late-blooming stable tradition

Sumo wrestler Kotoshogiku smiles during a press conference at his Sadogatake stable in Matsudo, Japan, on Jan. 25, 2016, a day after becoming the first Japanese-born grand tournament winner in 10 years. As a result of his New Year meet victory, Kotoshogiku would be eligible for promotion to yokozuna from ozeki if he wins the grand tournament in March. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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