Hakuho gave Ikioi a clinic in the art of the flash finish, but fellow yokozuna Harumafuji hit a stumbling block with his first defeat, at the hands of rank-and-filer Shohozan, on the second day of the Autumn Grand Sumo Tournament on Monday.

Hakuho, who is seeking his 27th career title, gave his opponent a small opening when Ikioi (0-2) was able to get leverage with a better hand grip after the initial charge.

But after Ikioi's failed attempt at a beltless arm throw, the yokozuna pounced with a lightning-quick overarm throw to end it.