Updated On: 24 November, 2025 08:33 AM IST | Tokyo | Agencies
The 21-year-old, who fled the war in Ukraine three years ago, won the Kyushu tournament after a tie-breaking victory over grand champion Hoshoryu from Mongolia.

Aonishiki (left) receives the Prime Minister’s Cup trophy. PIC /AFP
Ukrainian sumo wrestler Danylo Yavhusishyn, known by his ring name Aonishiki Arata, on Sunday became the first from his nation to win a sumo tournament.
The 21-year-old, who fled the war in Ukraine three years ago, won the Kyushu tournament after a tie-breaking victory over grand champion Hoshoryu from Mongolia.