Asa continues march toward title with win over Hakuho

Asa continues march toward title with win over Hakuho

TOKYO, Japan - Grand champion Asashoryu takes another step toward a 20th Emperor's Cup by ousting fellow Mongolian Hakuho at the New Year Grand Sumo Tournament at Ryogoku Kokugikan on Jan. 17. With four days of the 15-day meet remaining, Asashoryu leads rank-and-filer Toyonoshima (9-2) with 10 wins and one defeat.

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