Mitakeumi Hisashi

Sumo wrestler, 2020 Grand Sumo Champion

Mitakeumi Hisashi - Sumo wrestler, 2020 Grand Sumo Champion
Born

December 25th, 1992
32 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Japan

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Debuted in professional sumo in 2014 and quickly rose through the ranks. Achieved the rank of Yokozuna, the sport's highest honor. Claimed the Grand Sumo Championship in May 2020, marking his first title victory at the top division. Renowned for a powerful style of sumo featuring strong thrusts and effective defensive techniques.

Won the Grand Sumo Championship in May 2020

Achieved the rank of Yokozuna

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