Kotozakura Masakatsu
Yokozuna sumo wrestler and champion
Born
November 26th, 1940
84 years ago
Died
2007
18 years ago — 67 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Japan
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A prominent sumo wrestler, achieved the rank of 53rd Yokozuna in the sport. Competed in professional sumo from 1954 to 1972 and earned numerous tournament championships. After retiring from active competition, continued to influence the sport by becoming a coach and serving in various roles within the sumo community.
Achieved the rank of 53rd Yokozuna
Won 5 top division tournament championships
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