Just saw this article in today's Japan Times:
http://search.japantimes.co.jp/mail/ss20100205a1.html
This might not come as a surprise to those of you who follow the sport, as it seems that this has been building for quite some time.
Just saw this article in today's Japan Times:
http://search.japantimes.co.jp/mail/ss20100205a1.html
This might not come as a surprise to those of you who follow the sport, as it seems that this has been building for quite some time.
David Sims
"Cuius testiculos habes, habeas cardia et cerebellum." - Terry Pratchet
My opinion is, in all likelihood, worth exactly what you are paying for it.
I'm curious as to what the Sumo Association will do now.
Asa hasn't taken out Japanese citizenship, which I believe is required to be an elder or stablemaster.
Also, his record puts him in the ranks of those who were awarded one-generation toshiyori meiseki (Takanohana was awarded one with a record of 22 victories; Asashoryu has a record of 25).
Rumour is that he will return to Mongolia to continue business and maybe persue a career in politics.
Pity that he couldn't control himself better - sumo has been hurt, and has lost a star.
Andrew Smallacombe
Aikido Kenshinkai
JKA Tokorozawa
Now trotting over a bridge near you!