Takanohana poses with fans

Takanohana poses with fans

Sumo elder Takanohana (C) poses with fans in this file picture taken at Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo in May 2015. The popular former grand champion is set to be removed from his post as a Japan Sumo Association director over his handling of an assault scandal that led to the retirement of grand champion Harumafuji. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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