Dejima Takeharu
Sumo wrestler achieving yokozuna status
Born
March 21st, 1974
51 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Japan
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Born in 1974, achieved a successful career in sumo wrestling. Debuted in 1990 and reached the top division by 1997. Secured the prestigious title of yokozuna in 2003, becoming the first Non-Japanese-born wrestler to do so since 1961. Retired in 2010 and transitioned into a coaching role in the sumo world.
Achieved yokozuna rank in 2003
Won a total of 6 top division championships
First foreign-born sumo wrestler to reach yokozuna since 1961
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