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The Mongolian Grand Champion of sumo wrestling and extraordinary fame, Yokozuna Harumafuji, has now decided to retire from the sport after serious allegations that he assaulted a lower-ranked wrestler and forever damaged the image of Japan's national sport have surfaced

According to Harumafuji's stablemaster, Isegahama, the Grand Champion's retirement will be immediately take place, according to the announcement on Wednesday.