Sumo: Hoshoryu's strong practice performance raises hope of return

KYODO NEWS

Yokozuna Hoshoryu raised hopes of a return to competition at the upcoming Kyushu Grand Sumo Tournament after a strong showing in practice on Wednesday. The report also notes that Ukrainian ozeki Aonishiki has resumed training bouts ahead of the Kyushu meet. Details on Hoshoryu's condition and the tournament build-up remain limited in the available excerpt.