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Mankajō was the eventual winner of this unusually long match on day twelve of the 2007 May honbasho.In contrast to the time in bout preparation, bouts are typically very short, usually less than a minute, and often only a few seconds.

The junior rikishi must get up earliest, around 5 a.m., for training whereas the sekitori may start around 7 a.m.

Thus the world of the sumo wrestler is split broadly between the junior rikishi, who serve, and the sekitori, who are served.

The sport originated in Japan, the only country where it is practiced professionally.

He reached the top division in 1968 and in 1972 became the first foreigner to win the top division championship.

The wrestlers reenter the arena two bouts prior to their own and sit down at the side of the ring.

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