Ukrainian sumo wrestler Danylo Yavhusishyn, competing under the ring name Aonishiki Arata, secured his second consecutive Emperor’s Cup on January 25, defeating Japanese wrestler Atamifuji in a playoff at the Hatsu Basho in Tokyo. The 21-year-old became the third European in history to win the prestigious New Year tournament, following Estonian Baruto in 2012 and Georgian Tochinoshin in 2018.
Ukrainian Sumo Wrestler Aonishiki Wins Second Consecutive Emperor’s Cup at Hatsu Basho
Both wrestlers entered the final day with identical 12-3 records. Atamifuji, weighing 195 kilograms, defeated Oshoumi in his scheduled bout to maintain his championship position.