 Fernando Martinez defeated Kazusho Ioka on July 7 to win the WBA and IBF world super flyweight titles. At the hotel where the weigh-in was held the day before the event, the Martinez camp was seen in high spirits. What was it like?

Fernando Martinez, Showcases Hotel Grand March Before Match, Defeats Battle-Hardened Kazuto Ioka

 Hiroyuki Komatsu

 Popular jockey Nanako Fujita has announced her marriage. The man she is marrying is a JRA employee in his 20s. This magazine closely interviewed Fujita in February 2004, just after her debut. Fujita told us about her unexpected anguish and the man of her dreams.

Celebrating a Marriage Announcement! Popular jockey Nanako Fujita &#8220;told this magazine just before her debut&#8221; about her unexpected suffering and the person she admires.

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 Hina Hayata & Tomokazu Zhang won their 4th consecutive international mixed doubles championship! They are ranked No. 2 in the world, and the "No. 2 seed for the Paris Olympics" is confirmed. They will not face strong rival China until the finals, so expectations are already high for more than a silver medal...

World No. 2 and No. 2 seed confirmed! Hina Hayata &#038; Tomokazu Zhangmoto ″Gold Medal in Paris″ was clearly visible!

 Ichiro Takatsuka (1st photo)

 Former Japan national team soccer player Hisato Sato, known as a loving wife, was caught having an "adulterous love affair" in Tokyo. After that, Sato, who had been on a penitence tour, was expected to make a "comeback" at a social contribution event on July 21. ......

Former Japan National Soccer Team Player Sato Hisato Makes Sudden Comeback at Social Contribution Event but His Atonement Is Not Over

 Miko Ryokai (sports writer)

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 What is the "next ambition" of the striker who ended his 20-year active career? He has become a coach in the German 6th Division and an ambassador for the Spanish League and other leagues.

 Special interview with Shinji Okazaki, the striker who ended his 20-year active career! Okazaki has been appointed as a manager in the German 6th division. What kind of game will the famous striker play in the future? Okazaki talks about his next ambitions.

Former Japan National Football Team Player Shinji Okazaki Speaks About Continuing to Push Forward

 Shu Nishihara

 The Evian Championship, the fourth major championship, is now underway! She is currently on a roll, finishing 2nd in the U.S. Open and 7th in the U.S. PGA Championship!

 Hinako Shibuno is competing in the fourth major championship, the Amundi Evian Championship. She finished 2nd in the U.S. Open and 7th in the U.S. PGA Championship. She enjoyed her time off in an unexpected place!

Shibuno Hinako Recharges with Famous Unagi During Brief Japan Visit

 Shu Nishihara (1st photo) Kyodo News (2nd photo)

 Exclusive direct interview! Divorced from his wife and out of touch with his family...... "I was driven inside myself.

 Three years have passed since the disappearance of former Chunichi coach Ken Kadokura, and for the first time, Kadokura himself has revealed the truth behind his disappearance. Divorced from his wife and out of touch with his family...where is Kadokura now and what is he doing? We asked him directly...

Former Chunichi Dragons Coach Ken Kadokura Reveals Truth Behind Disappearance

 Kyodo News

 Hinako Shibuno appeared at the first pitch ceremony in Shizuoka Prefecture before the Evian Championship, the fourth round of the U.S. women's golf majors, was held on July 11. She has been on a roll this season, finishing in the top 10 in two majors, but the reason for her success lies in the stability of her swing.

Hinako Shibuno&#8217;s Bright Smile and Successful Season Start

 Rakuten's Masahiro Tanaka has yet to pitch for the National League this season. He has been in the second base lineup for a while now, with no indication of when he will return. It seems that his physical condition is not the only thing that is keeping him from getting back on track. The following is a look at the turmoil and unexpected circumstances surrounding Tanaka's junior teammate, who is determined to make a comeback.

Rakuten&#8217;s Masahiro Tanaka&#8217;s Delayed Return Tied to Tomohiro Anraku Scandal

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 Athletes in action at the Japan Athletics Championships, which also serves as the selection of Japan's Olympic team!

 The top athletes of the Japanese track and field world gathered at the "Japan Track and Field Championships," which also serves as the selection of Japan's representative for the Olympics! Many athletes were chosen to represent Japan in the Olympics. Among them, five female athletes caught our attention. Their heroic performances in Paris can be seen at ......

Dignified Female Athletes to Watch in Paris: Yumi Tanaka, Mako Fukube, Sumire Hata

 Michio Kurose

 Over 900,000 votes cast in this season's All-Star fan balloting

 Masayoshi Tanaka of NIHAM was the overwhelming favorite in this season's All-Star fan balloting. His life story of awakening after experiencing a long period of low points since becoming a professional baseball player is gaining sympathy. Here is a look back at his tumultuous baseball career in his own words.

Interview with Seigi Tanaka, NIHAM: &#8220;Why I Keep Smiling on the Mound&#8221;

 On July 5, the Paris Olympics team was formed in Tokyo, raising expectations for the success of Japan's athletes ahead of the opening ceremony on July 26, but just 10 days before the ceremony, a meeting of the Japanese Olympic Committee was marred by controversy. We followed up on the details.

Unusual confusion just before the opening of the Paris Olympics&#8230; &#8220;Female medalist&#8221; named as a candidate to replace JOC President Yamashita, who has refused to meet due to injury.

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 Winner of "WTT Contender Tunis 2024" with Tomokazu Zhang

 Table tennis player Hina Hayata is on a roll, winning three consecutive mixed doubles titles at international tournaments this season with Tomokazu Zhangmoto! She is ranked 3rd in the world and in the medal standings. Hayata continues to make steady progress. She is now ranked 3rd in the world and in the medal position!

Hina Hayata is on a roll, winning 3 consecutive international tournaments! At the Paris Olympics, she will first go to the top in &#8220;Mixed Doubles&#8221;!

 Shinji Tokari

 Shiho Kuwaki, 21 years old, won the Shiseido Ladies Tournament that ended on June 30. Kuwaki, who had been following the footsteps of her senior, four years her senior, received an unexpected DM after winning the crown that she missed by a single step.

Shiho Kuwaki, 21, Achieves Tearful Tour Victory, Receives Congratulations DM from Hinako Shibuno

 Shinya Inui

 In this issue of Playback, we look back at what this magazine was reporting 10, 20, and 30 years ago. This time it is the July 8, 1994 issue. We introduce the scene of "God" Zico after his retirement game at the National Stadium, where 55,000 spectators were in tears.

Zico&#8217;s Second Retirement at the National Stadium

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 Tomoki Kanamiya

 Even if you make it to the professional ranks, only a handful of athletes survive. A second career is important for professional athletes. Yokoyama and Yamamoto, both southpaw players from the Hanshin Tigers, have turned to apparel and launched their own brand.

Former Tigers Left Arm Yuya Yokoyama &#038; Shoya Yamamoto Begin Second Life in Apparel Industry

 Masao Kurihara

 Hiroyuki Komatsu (1st photo)

 Exclusive Interview] Former Japan national team midfielder, who played for Kashiwa Reysol and other clubs, enters a new business world with his wife, TV Asahi announcer Keiko Hisatomi.

 Yuki Otsu, a former member of Japan's national soccer team who retired last year, has become a director of a luxury watch store in Ginza! His "love of watches" led him to a unique career change! He and his wife, TV Asahi's Keiko Hisatomi, are now working together in a new business world...

Imagined Soccer World&#8217;s Positive Figure Yuki Otsu Transitions to Director of Ginza High-End Watch Store

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 He is now hitting home runs at a pace of 50 per year! The Triple Crown is about to become a reality. The engine is running at full throttle to win the Triple Crown and become the world's No. 1 baseball player!

 Shohei Ohtani of the Dodgers has been hitting in June again this year, and it seems that he has been in his element for a month. He is now hitting home runs at a pace of 50 per year, and is he really on track to win the Triple Crown? What is the reason for his "maxing out" according to an expert?

Shohei Ohtani&#8217;s June Surge with 12 Home Runs and Peak Form Thanks to Steady Right Shoulder and Firm Jaw

 Rakuten, which had been struggling in the league, unexpectedly achieved its first victory in the interleague game. The Tohoku region was filled with joy, but behind the scenes, plans are underway to "remove" veteran slugger Eito Asamura from the third base position.

Rakuten&#8217;s Behind-the-Scenes Plan for Asamura&#8217;s Shift from Second to Third, Now Targeting First Base

 Hanshin manager Akifu Okada, 66, has already gotten into trouble with the media several times this season, refusing to talk to them, saying, "I won't talk! and refusing to be interviewed, he is known for his off-stadium battles.

The Hidden Details of Hanshin Tigers&#8217; Manager Okada&#8217;s Beat Reporter Rage and His Shocking Statements

 The Shiseido Ladies, a professional women's golf tournament that started on June 27, held a pre-tournament party before the event. Hair and makeup for the dressed-up contestants was done by professionals. The participants showed off their "sexy outfits," which were not seen during the tournament.

Hara, Usui, Ogoshi&#8230; &#8220;Dressed up&#8221; professional female golfers who captured the eyes with their sexy outfits.

 Lotte's Akinori Sasaki (22) has been out of the lineup due to a condition in his right upper limb since his last start in an interchange game against Hiroshima on June 8 at Mazda Stadium.

Lotte prioritizes &#8220;actual gain&#8221; over &#8220;entry into the major leagues&#8221;.

 On May 26, just before the interleague game, Seibu announced that Kazuo Matsui (48), the manager, would take a sudden leave of absence after the game against the Orix. However, a dark cloud is already looming over the new regime led by GM Watanabe, who has succeeded him.

I can&#8217;t do this!&#8221; The Seibu pitching staff is furious with Acting Manager Watanabe, and a proposal for a &#8220;replacement for the replacement&#8221; has erupted! The new candidate&#8217;s &#8220;surprising name&#8221;.

 The Miyagino-ya has been in turmoil ever since former Hakuho stablemaster Miyagino Oyakata was disciplined for a violent incident involving former Makuuchi rikishi Kita-Aobo, and in June, former Ishiura and current Mamagaki Oyakata had his hair cut.

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Fernando Martinez, Showcases Hotel Grand March Before Match, Defeats Battle-Hardened Kazuto Ioka

Celebrating a Marriage Announcement! Popular jockey Nanako Fujita “told this magazine just before her debut” about her unexpected suffering and the person she admires.

World No. 2 and No. 2 seed confirmed! Hina Hayata & Tomokazu Zhangmoto ″Gold Medal in Paris″ was clearly visible!

Former Japan National Soccer Team Player Sato Hisato Makes Sudden Comeback at Social Contribution Event but His Atonement Is Not Over

Former Japan National Football Team Player Shinji Okazaki Speaks About Continuing to Push Forward

Shibuno Hinako Recharges with Famous Unagi During Brief Japan Visit

Former Chunichi Dragons Coach Ken Kadokura Reveals Truth Behind Disappearance

Hinako Shibuno’s Bright Smile and Successful Season Start

Rakuten’s Masahiro Tanaka’s Delayed Return Tied to Tomohiro Anraku Scandal

Dignified Female Athletes to Watch in Paris: Yumi Tanaka, Mako Fukube, Sumire Hata

Interview with Seigi Tanaka, NIHAM: “Why I Keep Smiling on the Mound”

Unusual confusion just before the opening of the Paris Olympics… “Female medalist” named as a candidate to replace JOC President Yamashita, who has refused to meet due to injury.

Hina Hayata is on a roll, winning 3 consecutive international tournaments! At the Paris Olympics, she will first go to the top in “Mixed Doubles”!

Shiho Kuwaki, 21, Achieves Tearful Tour Victory, Receives Congratulations DM from Hinako Shibuno

Zico’s Second Retirement at the National Stadium

Former Tigers Left Arm Yuya Yokoyama & Shoya Yamamoto Begin Second Life in Apparel Industry

Imagined Soccer World’s Positive Figure Yuki Otsu Transitions to Director of Ginza High-End Watch Store

Shohei Ohtani’s June Surge with 12 Home Runs and Peak Form Thanks to Steady Right Shoulder and Firm Jaw

Rakuten’s Behind-the-Scenes Plan for Asamura’s Shift from Second to Third, Now Targeting First Base

The Hidden Details of Hanshin Tigers’ Manager Okada’s Beat Reporter Rage and His Shocking Statements

Hara, Usui, Ogoshi… “Dressed up” professional female golfers who captured the eyes with their sexy outfits.

Lotte prioritizes “actual gain” over “entry into the major leagues”.

I can’t do this!” The Seibu pitching staff is furious with Acting Manager Watanabe, and a proposal for a “replacement for the replacement” has erupted! The new candidate’s “surprising name”.

2,000 tickets were cancelled…Former Yokozuna Hakuho’s “Miyagino-Yakata” faces a “harsh reality