Former Tokyo 2020 sports director Murofushi being treated for brain lymphoma

Now, we understand why he left his position.

Defeat the devil !

Murofushi is one of those all round total athletes. Disciplined both in and out of the sports world. With all due respect, I wish him God speed recovery.

"Please, don't worry about work. Just take care of yourself," one wrote.

This is extremely important, surgery and steroid treatment puts him completely into the high risk group of people for COVID-19, at this point he should prioritize his own health and stop working and specially meeting with people.

"Former Tokyo 2020 sports director Murofushi being treated for brain lymphoma"

I hope he beats this! If anyone can, it's him.

I had to look it up. It's pretty rare. The web says with early treatment there's a 70% chance of survivability beyond five years. He'll need strength, will to live and luck to make it. I have followed his career from the get-go and know him to be one of the good guys. I wish him well.

As a man and as an athlete, an example to all. I wish him all the best and a quick return to health.

A great athlete and a great person. I often point to him as a model to my (haafu) kids.

Get well soon!

Ah man, this is awful. Get well soon Murofushi.

Such a champion! This is truly awful news. Much love and best wishes to him in his battle!

Yes, he is a class act. Wish him all the best

Very sad news. Along with Kitajima Kosuke, Murofushi is one of Japan's olympic GOATs. I always loved watching him compete.

All the best in your fight, Murofushi-san.