The lone grand champion shrugged off injury concerns and was unbeatable in the second half of the 15-day meet.
Five lower-ranked wrestlers share the lead while Terunofuji is in a large group one win back.
The lone grand champion is looking to bounce back from injuries in the Summer Basho.
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If healthy, the lone yokozuna will be the man to beat, but Mitakeumi and Wakatakakage seek to challenge.
New ozeki Mitakeumi keeps pace along with sekiwake Wakatakakage and rank-and-filer Kotonowaka.
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With his third career title, the sekiwake will be considered for promotion to ozeki.
Mitakeumi moves back into sole possession of the lead to set up showdown with the grand champion.
The Dewanoumi stable wrestler has a one-win lead over Terunofuji at the midway point.
The No. 3 maegashira knocks the lone grand champion out of the lead with a huge upset.
