Hakuho wins the championship at 14-1

November (Kyushu) 2019 has completed final day. Hakuho (Yokozuna) takes the championship at 14-1.

Championship Race

A commanding run, 3 wins clear of the field.

Takanosho (Maegashira 12) beat Okinoumi (Maegashira 1) by Hikiotoshi — pre-basho ratings gave just a 21% chance.

Enho (Maegashira 6) beat Daieisho (Maegashira 1) by Sukuinage — pre-basho ratings gave just a 23% chance.

Kadoban ozeki Takayasu withdrew at 3-5-7. With no path to a winning record, demotion to sekiwake is certain.

解説・ InsightThis is kadoban No. 3 — he has survived all 2 previous ones.

At 2616, his rating remains near his career peak of 2683 — no sign of decline in the data.

7 rikishi had their winning or losing records decided today.

解説・ InsightSadanoumi, Onosho, Endo came into the final day at 7-7 and lost the bout that mattered most.

Maegashira 4 Tamawashikachi-koshi (8-7)
Maegashira 8 Sadanoumimake-koshi (7-8)
Maegashira 2 Myogiryukachi-koshi (8-7)
Maegashira 6 Onoshomake-koshi (7-8)
Maegashira 6 Enhokachi-koshi (8-7)
Maegashira 4 Kotoyukikachi-koshi (8-7)
Komusubi Endomake-koshi (7-8)

Outstanding Performance: Daieisho; Fighting Spirit: Shodai; Technique: Asanoyama.