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TOKYO, Japan - Mongolian Grand champion Asashoryu (R) performs the traditional dedicational sumo rites at Meiji Jingu shrine in Tokyo on Jan. 5. The event, which is held prior to the New Year Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo, attracted 4,500 spectators. Asashoryu is aiming for the fourth straight grand sumo title and the 20th career title -- the fifth wrestler in sumo history -- in the upcoming tournament. (Kyodo)

TOKYO, Japan - Mongolian Grand champion Asashoryu (R) performs the traditional dedicational sumo rites at Meiji Jingu shrine in Tokyo on Jan. 5. The event, which is held prior to the New Year Grand Sumo Tournament in Tokyo, attracted 4,500 spectators. Asashoryu is aiming for the fourth straight grand sumo title and the 20th career title -- the fifth wrestler in sumo history -- in the upcoming tournament. (Kyodo) Stock Photo
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JNM9GP

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6.5 MB (396.8 KB Compressed download)

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1864 x 1228 px | 31.6 x 20.8 cm | 12.4 x 8.2 inches | 150dpi

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5 January 2007

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BJ Warnick

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