Asashoryu marks second win at Osaka sumo tourney

Asashoryu marks second win at Osaka sumo tourney

OSAKA, Japan - Mongolian grand champion Asashoryu (L) shoves out fellow Mongolian Ama for a second win on the second day of action at the Spring Grand Sumo Tournament in Osaka on March 13.

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