Hakuho inched closer to an unprecedented eighth consecutive title on Sunday with a demolition of Aminishiki, while Harumafuji pulverized Okinoumi to also remain undefeated on the eighth day of the Nagoya Grand Sumo Tournament.
Hakuho and Harumafuji share the lead at 8-0 with five wrestlers, including ozeki Baruto, hot in pursuit as the first week wrapped up with 7-1 records.
Yokozuna Hakuho swiftly disposed of Aminishiki, toppling his opponent, after a short exchange of shoves in the day's finale at Aichi Prefectural Gymnasium.