Due to the spread of the new coronavirus, Mr. Magaki, a former yokozuna Hakuho of the sumo wrestler, who was unable to participate in the Tokyo Olympics holy fire relay, was presented with a uniform as a proof of the runner.
"I am honored to have such a place," said Mr. Magaki.
Regarding the Tokyo Olympic torch relay, relays on public roads have been canceled due to the spread of the new corona infection, and the Games Organizing Committee has given uniforms and certificates to those who could not participate and certified them as torchbearers. increase.
On the 21st, former Yokozuna Hakuho Magaki visited the Japan Olympic Museum in Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, and received uniforms and torch from Seiko Hashimoto, chairman of the Organizing Committee.
According to the Organizing Committee, Mr. Magaki was scheduled to run the course in Sumida Ward, Tokyo, where the Kokugikan is located, on July 19.
Chairman Hashimoto said, "I have a lot of thoughts and came today. I want you to help me in all of the sports in the future."
Mr. Magaki said, "I am honored to have such a place. I would like to wear a uniform and take a commemorative photo. The torch was light and heavy."