JSA conducts 1st random doping test on sumo wrestlers

JSA conducts 1st random doping test on sumo wrestlers

TOKYO, Japan - Japan Sumo Association chief Musashigawa speaks to reporters at Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo on April 22. The JSA carried out its first random doping tests on wrestlers following a series of drug-related scandals that have tarnished the image of the country's ancient national sport.

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