The Mainichi News Quiz Answer for July 22
A) He has not won any sumo matches in Japan.
B) He is unable to speak Japanese fluently.
C) He is over the age limit set by the Japan Sumo Association for new recruits.
D) He has not found a stable willing to accept foreign wrestlers.
Correct Answer: C) He is over the age limit set by the Japan Sumo Association for new recruits.
Despite his skill and dedication, Yarden Yatkovski cannot become a professional sumo wrestler in Japan because he is over the age limit for new recruits set by the Japan Sumo Association. While special exemptions exist for those with outstanding athletic achievements, Yatkovski's background does not meet the criteria. His age overrun was due to mandatory military service in Israel and then COVID-19 travel restrictions.
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