Sumo: Mitakeumi finds new level in winning New Year tournament

Sekiwake Mitakeumi said Monday he fought with a new-found intensity at the New Year Grand Sumo Tournament, where he clinched his third Emperor's Cup and a promotion to ozeki.The 29-year-old Mitakeumi beat the sport's sole yokozuna, Mongolian-born juggernaut Terunofuji, in the final bout of the 15-day meet Sunday at Ryogoku Kokugikan to take the title with a 13-2 record.Related coverage:Sumo: Mitakeumi makes case for ozeki promotion with 3rd championshipSumo: Abi win over Terunofuji sets up intriguing New Year finaleSumo: Mitakeumi beats Abi, tied for lead with Terunofuji on Day 13Having sta…READ FULL ARTICLE