Isegahama stablemaster demoted and salary cut for disciple assault

nikkansports.com (Japanese)

Isegahama stablemaster, former Yokozuna Terunofuji, received a two-rank demotion and salary cut for assaulting a disciple. The Japan Sumo Association cited his immediate self-reporting and sincere remorse as reasons for a less severe penalty compared to past incidents. This decision contrasts with previous cases involving habitual violence or delayed reporting, with the association deeming the punishment appropriate.


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