Takafuji will receive treatment for two weeks, and if he is completely closed, it could fall to Makushita.

MSN - 14/07
◆First day of Sumo in Nagoya (14th, Dolphins Arena) The Japan Sumo Association has released the medical certificate of Takafuji (Isegahama), the second player in the East Juryo tournament, who was absent from the first day. ``I will need to take two weeks off work due to an injury to the lateral collateral ligament of my right ankle.'' Depending on his recovery, he may be able to participate mid-season, but depending on his complete absence and his performance, there is a possibility that he will be dropped to the next tournament, Makushita. Takafuji won the championship for the first time in 110 years on the 14th day of the spring tournament.

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