Oct 7th, 2008 · Allegations of drug use and game rigging are troubling fans of Japan's national sport. Some blame foreigners for the problems, but one retired wrestler says the younger ones have left fame go to their heads.
Jun 9th, 2008 · For the first time in 27 years, a group of top-ranked sumo wrestlers traveled to Southern California for an exhibition tournament. The nationality of the finalists was a surprise to many.
Sep 23rd, 2007 · Last month, officials banned Japan's top-ranked sumo wrestler from two major events for his bad attitude and other violations of the sport's strict code. Commentator Murray Johnson explains the fascination with Asashoryu, "The Bad Boy of Sumo."