Hatsu Basho

January 7 - January 21, 1979

Tokyo • Kuramae Kokugikan

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Current Standings

Yusho Order Rank Rikishi Record Status
1 J2E Zaonishiki 蔵玉錦 8-2 In Contention
2 J1E Amanoyama 天ノ山 8-2 In Contention
3 J6E Taiko 大觥 7-3 In Contention
4 J7E Ozutsu 巨砲 7-3 In Contention
5 J4E Oshio 大潮 7-3 In Contention
... and 17 other rikishi in contention

Win Trajectory

Daily Results

Tournament Narrative

Key Turning Points

  • Day 2: Leadership change on Day 2

    Leaders: Wakajishi, Tochitsurugi, Amanoyama, Dairyugawa, Zaonishiki, Ozutsu, Hoo

  • Day 3: Leadership change on Day 3

    Leaders: Amanoyama, Dairyugawa, Zaonishiki, Ozutsu, Hoo

  • Day 4: Leadership change on Day 4

    Leaders: Amanoyama, Dairyugawa

  • Day 5: Leadership change on Day 5

    Leader: Amanoyama

  • Day 10: Leadership change on Day 10

    Leaders: Amanoyama, Zaonishiki

Upsets

No major upsets affecting the championship race yet.