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an athlete who competes in sumo, a traditional Japanese form of full-contact wrestling
Who is a "sumo wrestler"?
A sumo wrestler is an athlete who competes in sumo, a traditional Japanese form of wrestling that involves two competitors trying to force each other out of a ring or to make any part of the opponent's body, except the soles of the feet, touch the ground. Sumo wrestlers, known as rikishi, typically have large, muscular bodies and focus on strength, balance, and technique. They train rigorously to build their power and maintain their size. Sumo is a highly disciplined sport, with strict rituals and customs, and wrestlers often follow a specific lifestyle and diet to maintain their weight and readiness for competition.
