Asashoryu wraps up New Year sumo on winning note

Asashoryu wraps up New Year sumo on winning note

TOKYO, Japan - Mongolian grand champion Asashoryu (L) is awarded the trophy by Japan Sumo Association chairman Kitanoumi after winning the New Year Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo on Jan. 21.

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