Terunofuji Leads The Pack At Autumn Grand Sumo Tournament.
Mongolian Ozeki Terunofuji defeated Komusubi Tochinoshin on Friday to grab sole possession of the lead on day six at the Autumn Grand Sumo Tournament.
Terunofuji is looking for his second Emperor’s Cup after winning his first championship title at the Summer Basho in May, Terunofuji took the lead after overnight co-leader Tochiozan fell to his…
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France’s Teddy Riner Wins World Judo Championship
French Judoka Teddy Riner took home the gold medal in the over 100-kilogram category at the World Judo Championships in Astana, Kazakhstan. Riner defeated Ryu…
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Judo Legend Tadahiro Nomura Retires
Judo icon Tadahiro Nomura has announced his retirement from the sport. The three-time Olympic champion told the press that his body has finally given in after…
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UFC and USA Taekwondo Extend Partnership
USA Taekwondo and UFC have announced that they have extended its partnership agreement to continue the active promotion and exposure of amateur taekwondo competition across the United States. USA Taekwondo will continue to provide its membership community with exclusive opportunities to experience UFC through events, experiences, and rewards.…
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Tochiozan Surging At Autumn Grand Sumo Tournament
Promotion-chasing sekiwake Tochiozan pulled off a stunning victory over co-leader Kisenosato on Thursday to maintain his perfect start at the Autumn Grand Sumo…
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Without Rusty, There Is No Rowdy
The way 2015 has gone it would be hard to imagine the fight sports landscape without Ronda Rousey.
Yet, if it wasn't for the late Rena Kanokogi, Rousey may…
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Kisenosato Hopes To Become Japan’s First Emperor’s Cup Winner Since 2006
Japanese contender Kisenosato defeated Bulgarian fighter Aoiyama and now has a share of the lead at the Autumn Grand Sumo Tournament.
It was a close fight, but after Kisenosato and Aoiyama traded blows, the Ozeki knocked out the top-ranked megashira with a two-handed shove.
Kisenosato is hoping to capitalize on the withdrawal of Hakuho and…
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Taekwondo As ADHD Therapy?
Dr. Beth Tarini, a pediatrician and associate professor at the University of Michigan, is launching a study to whether Taekwondo could be an effective therapy…
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Ronda Rousey Shows Off Judo Skills on ‘Ellen’
Ronda Rousey is a busy woman. Not only is she training to defend her title against Holly Holm at UFC 193, but Rousey is also slated to appear in four upcoming…
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World Para-Taekwondo Championships Underway
The world’s best para-taekwondo athletes are in Samsun, Turkey for the sixth World Taekwondo Federation (WTF) World Para-Taekwondo Championships, which are set to be the biggest in the sport’s history. They begin on September 17.
More than 130 athletes from 38 countries are set to compete at the one-day event. Last year's tournament, held in…
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Injured Yokozuna Hakuho Withdraws From Autumn Basho
.Due to an injury to his left knee, Yokozuna Hakuho has withdrawn from the Autumn Grand Sumo Tournament on Tuesday. Hakuho, who lost his first two bouts of the…
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Egypt Slowly Rising In Sumo World
Two Egyptians took home gold at the US Sumo Open. Six Egyptians competed in the Japan World Championships. Oh, and the country is bidding to host the first Sumo…
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