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Conversation: Grand Sumo Tournament in London ends in Yokozuna Hoshoryu victory NHK

A: Hey there! Did you catch the news today?

B: No, not yet. What's up?

A: You won't believe it! Our pal Hoshoryu won the five-day Grand Sumo Tournament in London!

B: Really?! That sounds amazing! Who was he against on the final day?

A: He faced Onosato. Both had won four bouts each before that.

B: Wow, intense competition! What happened in the end?

A: Hoshoryu won by okuridashi, or rear push out. The crowd went wild for that!

B: That's fantastic! Did he say anything after the bout?

A: He expressed his gratitude to fans from Britain, Japan, and other places. He said London is a great city and hopes to return if he gets the chance.

B: What about our Sumo Association Chairman Hakkaku? How did he feel about this?

A: Relieved and overjoyed, I think. He was glad no one got hurt during the tournament. He also said that tournaments abroad can help sumo wrestlers grow, and he thought they did well this time.

B: That's good to hear! When's the next overseas Grand Sumo Tournament?

A: The next one is scheduled for Paris next June! So excited!
Summary
Hoshoryu won the five-day Grand Sumo Tournament in London, defeating Onosato by okuridashi. The final was intense as both had four wins prior. Hoshoryu thanked fans worldwide and praised London. Association Chairman Hakkaku expressed relief, joy, and growth potential for sumo wrestlers from the
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20251020_05/#conversation

Date: Oct. 20, 2025

Notes: 2025-10-20

Created: 2025/10/20 20:10

Updated: 2025/12/07 23:50

Last Read: 2025/10/20 21:08