Asashoryu storms ahead

Asashoryu storms ahead

FUKUOKA, Japan - Yokozuna Asashoryu (R) survives a heated battle with Wakanosato to move into a share of the lead with ozeki Tochiazuma at the Kyushu Grand Sumo Tournament at Fukuoka Kokusai Center on Nov. 19.

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