Sumo Wrestling
Sumo Wrestling
Sumo wrestling is a type of Japanese martial arts. Read more about it here.
Japan: Sumo World in Turmoil After Wrestlers Test Positive for Marijuana
The head of Japan's embattled national sport of sumo faced calls to resign today after two wrestlers, including one of his proteges, tested positive for marijuana
Japan Has First European Sumo Champion
Bulgarian sumo wrestler wins the Emperor's Cup, the biggest prize in the 2,000-year-old sport
Banned Wrestler Vows to Change His Ways As Sumo Struggles to Repair Its Reputation
Mongolian champion returns from suspension· Crisis in Japan's ancient sport as fans stay away
Sumo Welcomes Back Apologetic Enfant Terrible
Asashoryu, one of the greatest wrestlers of all time, returns from three-month ban vowing to change his ways and restore ancient sport's reputation.
Charges Likely Over Sumo Wrestler's Death
The Japanese sumo world suffered a fresh blow yesterday after it was reported that police are investigating a stable master and several wrestlers in connection with the sudden death of a 17-year-old recruit.
Ban for Sumo Champion Who Skipped Tour
Sumo Wrestling: Asashoryu, the enfant terrible of sumo wrestling, has been banned from the next two tournaments after he was filmed playing football in his native Mongolia while supposedly recovering from injuries.
Last of the Sumo - Japanese Youth Turn Their Backs on Gruelling Sport of Emperors
Tests canceled after no new recruits come forward - Abuse claims following death of teenage wrestler
Meat Stew and a Nap: the Sumo Fitness Dvd
It probably wasn't what Jane Fonda had in mind when she pioneered the home workout craze: fitness advice from grossly overweight men whose training regime includes taking a nap after a huge lunch.
Sumo's Beckham Makes Breakthrough for Europe
A Bulgarian wrestler nicknamed "sumo's Beckham" yesterday became the first European to rise to the rank of champion in the ancient Japanese sport at a time when homegrown wrestlers are struggling to compete with foreign challengers.
Short Shrift Among Traditionalists for New Sumo Costume
The guardians of the ancient Japanese sport of sumo yesterday rebuffed attempts to allow shy pubescent boys to wear pants instead of the traditional loin cloths.
Sumo's Star Leaves the Ring to Darkness
To millions of Japanese sumo fans it was as if a black hole had suddenly opened where the brightest star in the sporting firmament had previously burned. After years of injuries and comebacks Takanohana, one of the greatest wrestlers in the 300-year history of sumo, finally hung up his...
Bulgarian sumo wrestler wins the Emperor's Cup, the biggest prize in the 2,000-year-old sport
Banned Wrestler Vows to Change His Ways As Sumo Struggles to Repair Its Reputation
Mongolian champion returns from suspension· Crisis in Japan's ancient sport as fans stay away
Sumo Welcomes Back Apologetic Enfant Terrible
Asashoryu, one of the greatest wrestlers of all time, returns from three-month ban vowing to change his ways and restore ancient sport's reputation.
Charges Likely Over Sumo Wrestler's Death
The Japanese sumo world suffered a fresh blow yesterday after it was reported that police are investigating a stable master and several wrestlers in connection with the sudden death of a 17-year-old recruit.
Ban for Sumo Champion Who Skipped Tour
Sumo Wrestling: Asashoryu, the enfant terrible of sumo wrestling, has been banned from the next two tournaments after he was filmed playing football in his native Mongolia while supposedly recovering from injuries.
Last of the Sumo - Japanese Youth Turn Their Backs on Gruelling Sport of Emperors
Tests canceled after no new recruits come forward - Abuse claims following death of teenage wrestler
Meat Stew and a Nap: the Sumo Fitness Dvd
It probably wasn't what Jane Fonda had in mind when she pioneered the home workout craze: fitness advice from grossly overweight men whose training regime includes taking a nap after a huge lunch.
Sumo's Beckham Makes Breakthrough for Europe
A Bulgarian wrestler nicknamed "sumo's Beckham" yesterday became the first European to rise to the rank of champion in the ancient Japanese sport at a time when homegrown wrestlers are struggling to compete with foreign challengers.
Short Shrift Among Traditionalists for New Sumo Costume
The guardians of the ancient Japanese sport of sumo yesterday rebuffed attempts to allow shy pubescent boys to wear pants instead of the traditional loin cloths.
Sumo's Star Leaves the Ring to Darkness
To millions of Japanese sumo fans it was as if a black hole had suddenly opened where the brightest star in the sporting firmament had previously burned. After years of injuries and comebacks Takanohana, one of the greatest wrestlers in the 300-year history of sumo, finally hung up his...