Asashoryu makes comeback at winter regional tour

Asashoryu makes comeback at winter regional tour

BUNGOONO, Japan - Mongolian grand champion Asashoryu (R in middle) returns to the raised ring Dec. 2 after a two-tournament ban was lifted, participating in the winter regional tour in Bungoono, Oita Prefecture. Compatriot and fellow grand champion Hakuho (L in the background) watches him.

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