"Attendees at the Grand Sumo Tournament have been warned about the dangers of falling wrestlers if they get too close to the ring at the five-day event. Organisers have also warned that sand could fly out from the stage as the athletes compete to push their opponent out of the ring. More than 40 Japanese sumo wrestlers, also known as maku-uchi rikishi, will take part in the tournament in west London."
"Food and/or beverages will not be allowed in the ringside, please be aware that sand or salt may occasionally be thrown from the ring. The tournament will be presented in the traditional style without barriers between the ring and these seats. It is possible that wrestlers may fall or be thrown from the ring into the ringside area as part of the competition."
Ringside spectators at the Royal Albert Hall Grand Sumo Tournament face risks from falling wrestlers and flying sand or salt when athletes are thrown from the ring. More than 40 Japanese maku-uchi rikishi will compete over five days in a traditional, barrier-free presentation that can send wrestlers into the ringside area. Food and beverages are prohibited at ringside. Ringside cushions are available but may not suit people with mobility issues and are not recommended for children; the event is considered suitable for children aged eight and over. The tournament marks the first time the event will be held outside Japan and follows growing UK interest in sumo.
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