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Akebono, Hawaii-Born Sumo Champion in Japan, Dies at 54



Born in Hawaii, he moved to Japan in 1988 and won 11 grand championships. His success drove a resurgence in the sport’s popularity.



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Publish date : 2024-04-11 15:14:57

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