Today was senshuraku (千秋楽) of harubasho (春場所), the last day of Spring Grand Sumo Tournament. It started on March 15 and lasted for 2 weeks, that is there were 15 matches for each wrestler. It was held in Osaka. There were about 8,000 spectators today.
Yokozuna Hakuho (横綱 白鵬) became the champion after two grand sumo tournaments. This was the third time for him to make a complete victory (15 wins), and the 10th victory, that ranked in the 10th in the history.
He became 24 years old on March 11. The 10th victories at 24 years old is the third youngest record in the history.
Congratulations!
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