Asashoryu lords over Kotomitsuki

Asashoryu lords over Kotomitsuki

TOKYO, Japan - Mongolian yokozuna Asashoryu wins his 10th straight to remain the sole leader, as he lifts No. 4 maegashira Kotomitsuki high into the air before slamming him onto his back in a superbly executed throw at the New Year Grand Sumo Tournament at Tokyo's Ryogoku Kokugikan on Jan. 20.

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