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NHK
3 days ago
- General
- NHK
Sumo wrestler Onosato promoted to Yokozuna Grand Champion
Japanese sumo wrestler Onosato has been promoted to the highest rank of Yokozuna Grand Champion, becoming the 75th wrestler to hold the title. The Japan Sumo Association decided to promote Onosato from the second highest rank of ozeki at an extraordinary meeting of its board of directors on Wednesday. Onosato became champion of the latest Summer Grand Sumo Tournament with 14 wins and one loss. This was his fourth career tournament victory and second in a row. He won the spring tournament in a playoff after he and his rival ended the 15-day event with 12 wins and three losses. After the association meeting, two messengers visited the Nishonoseki stable in Ami Town, Ibaraki Prefecture. They notified Onosato and his stable master of the promotion. In accepting, Onosato vowed to practice hard so as not to disgrace the title of the grand champion. He also said he would make an effort to become a unique yokozuna. The new yokozuna then said at a news conference that he is truly glad about the promotion. He said he will work even harder because he is entering an important stage. Onosato achieved the fastest promotion to yokozuna since 1909, when the position became an official title. It took only 13 tournaments for him to achieve the feat. About his speedy promotion to yokozuna, he said it was fast in terms of a record, but he did not think about the speed. He said instead he learned from every tournament and believed in his capability to reach the position he would finally be in. Onosato, who is 24 years old, was born in Tsubata Town in central Japan's Ishikawa Prefecture. He made his debut as a professional sumo wrestler in May 2023. He is the first Japanese-born wrestler to become yokozuna since 2017. In that year, his stable master Nishonoseki, formerly known as wrestler Kisenosato, was promoted to the top position after the New Year Tournament.
NHK
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- NHK
Newly promoted Yokozuna Onosato performs ring-entering ceremony
In sumo wrestling, newly promoted Yokozuna Grand Champion Onosato performed his first ring-entering ceremony at Tokyo's Meiji Jingu shrine on Friday. Onosato first received a newly braided white rope, a symbol of grand champions, from Hakkaku, the chairperson of the Japan Sumo Association. The ring-entering ceremony then took place inside a shrine building due to rain. Spectators watched the ceremony from outside the building. Wearing the new rope around his waist, the yokozuna performed the ceremony in the unryu style, which is said to symbolize both offense and defense in sumo. Spectators cheered as Onosato gave a powerful performance called seriagari, in which he gradually moved his big body from a low position to upright, showing off his long arms and legs. Onosato said after the ceremony that he thought he managed to do well although he was a little nervous. He added, "I now feel I've really become a yokozuna. I'll do my best."
NHK
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- NHK
Sumo wrestler Onosato officially promoted to Yokozuna Grand Champion
Japanese sumo wrestler Onosato has been promoted to the highest rank of Yokozuna Grand Champion, becoming the 75th wrestler to hold the title. The Japan Sumo Association decided to promote Onosato from the second highest rank of ozeki at an extraordinary meeting of its board of directors on Wednesday. Onosato became champion of the latest Summer Grand Sumo Tournament with 14 wins and one loss. This was his fourth career tournament victory and second in a row. He won the spring tournament in a playoff after he and his rival ended the 15-day event with 12 wins and three losses. Onosato, who is 24 years old, was born in Tsubata Town in central Japan's Ishikawa Prefecture. He made his debut as a professional sumo wrestler in May 2023. He achieved the fastest promotion to yokozuna since 1909, when the position became an official title. It took only 13 tournaments for him to achieve the feat. He is the first Japanese-born wrestler to become yokozuna since 2017. In that year, Onosato's stable master Nishonoseki, formerly known as wrestler Kisenosato, was promoted to the top position after the New Year Tournament.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Walmart adds AC Hotel, shops to 414-acre corporate campus
BENTONVILLE, Ark. (KNWA/KFTA) — Walmart announced the opening of the AC Hotel Bentonville and the addition of new shops and services as part of its ongoing upgrade of the 414-acre corporate campus. The AC Hotel, operated under the Marriott brand, includes 153 rooms, meeting space and a rooftop lounge named Falfurrias, according to a news release. The hotel is intended to serve visiting Walmart associates and guests, with availability for the general public when not in business use. The hotel is located near the intersection of 8th and J Streets, adjacent to Walmart's Home Office site. The rooftop lounge, Falfurrias, serves small plates and beverages. According to the release, the space is designed for informal gatherings and is named after 'one of Sam Walton's favorite escapes in South Texas.' Walmart says it will raise prices due to tariff costs after posting solid first quarter sales The development includes a pedestrian-friendly retail corridor along 8th Street, which will feature restaurants, personal care services and financial institutions. Several businesses have opened or are expected to open between fall 2024 and 2025, including: Restaurants and cafés: Sweetgreen – Seasonal salads and bowls Table Au Centre – European-style bistro Potbelly Sandwich Shop – Sandwiches, soups, and shakes Clementine's Ice Cream – Small-batch ice cream Flyway Brewing – Arkansas-based craft brewery Hatch, Riserva Bar + Tapas, Swig, Wright's Barbecue, Yokozuna and Jamba Juice are expected in 2025 Services and retail: Walmart Pharmacy Drybar Premier Aesthetics Arvest Bank Cellini Nail Lounge Bentonville Bicycle Company, Gearhead Outfitters and The Gents Place are scheduled for 2025. The new hotel and retail district are accessible via the Razorback Greenway. The full headquarters redevelopment is scheduled for completion in phases through 2025. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
19-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
WWE WrestleMania 2025: Start Time, Where To Watch, Card, Streaming Info
If you buy something through a link in this article, we may earn commission. Pricing and availability subject to change. wrestlemania 41 It's the biggest wrestling event of the year as the WWE presents WrestleMania 41! The Show of Shows returns to Las Vegas for the first time since 1993's WrestleMania IX, which was main evented by a Bret Hart vs. Yokozuna title bout. Well, Hart/Yoko was the advertised main event. Old school fans remember Mr. Fuji challenging Hulk Hogan on Yokozuna's behalf and the impromptu 22-second match that resulted in Hogan exiting Caesars Palace as WWF champion. If you want to revisit WrestleMania IX before watching WrestleMania 41, a new documentary, WrestleMania IX: Becoming a Spectacle, is now streaming on Peacock. Advertisement What time does WrestleMania 41 start? How can you watch WrestleMania live on Peacock? Here's everything you need to know. What Time Does WrestleMania 41 Start? Preshow coverage starts at 4:00 p.m. ET on Peacock, with WrestleMania scheduled to begin at 7:00 p.m. ET on both Saturday and Sunday. How To Watch WrestleMania 41 Live Online: WrestleMania 41 is streaming in both English and Spanish on Peacock. Available for $7.99/month or $79.99/year, Peacock offers a fun mix of live sports, new series, films, and originals, current NBC/Bravo shows, and over 50 'always-on' channels. You can also purchase WrestleMania via your local cable provider. Can I Watch WrestleMania 41 For Free On Peacock? Instacart+ comes with a subscription to Peacock Premium at no extra cost (a $79.99/year value). Instacart+ is available for $99.00/year or $9.99/month, with members enjoying unlimited free delivery on orders of $35 or more. Advertisement Per Instacart, 'your access to Peacock Premium will continue for so long as you remain an eligible Instacart+ member and while this offer remains available. You can activate the Peacock benefit via your Instacart account page or visit If you want to sample the service, Instacart+ also offers a 14-day free trial. Is WrestleMania 41 On Netflix? WrestleMania will stream on Netflix in a variety of international markets, but, unfortunately, the Premium Live Event won't be available on Netflix in the United States. WrestleMania 41 Card: Night 1: Triple Threat Match: Roman Reigns vs. CM Punk (with Paul Heyman) vs. Seth Rollins WWE Women's Championship Match: Tiffany Stratton vs. Charlotte Flair World Heavyweight Championship Match: Gunther vs. Jey Uso WWE United States Championship Match: LA Knight vs. Jacob Fatu World Tag Team Championship Match: The War Raiders vs. The New Day Jade Cargill vs. Naomi Rey Mysterio vs. El Grande Americano Night 2:
