The decision by the executive board of the Sumo Association was unanimous.

He left the Sumo Association in 2010 upon turning 65.

Ōzutsu had to leave the Sumo Association as a result.

I want the Sumo Association to settle the matter soon.

He appeared in several television commercials before the practice was banned by the Sumo Association.

After his retirement he remained with the Sumo Association as an elder.

Both are presented by the chairman of the Sumo Association.

The Sumo Association is considering whether to appeal the ruling.

A recommendation is passed back to the Sumo Association who have the final say.

He had been on a night out drinking following the final day's action, and was given a stiff warning by the Sumo Association.