Weight 203.2 kg (448 lb) Name Sharran Alexander | Height 1.83 m | |
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Born 1965 (age 55–56) Maida Vale, London | ||
Guinness world record sumo wrestling sharran alexander named heaviest sportswoman
Sharran Alexander was born in 1966 in Maida Vale, London. Sharran is a sumo wrestler who is listed in British Sumo Federation as 2nd Kyu grade. She has been named as the heaviest sportswoman in the Guinness World Records 2013.
Contents
- Guinness world record sumo wrestling sharran alexander named heaviest sportswoman
- Sharran alexander demonstrating her skills
- Background
- Career
- Family
- References
Sharran alexander demonstrating her skills
Background
Alexander first joined the British Sumo team for a television show to find four women to compete in the world Championships. She began competing in Sumo competitions in 2006.
Career
Alexander is one of the few woman recognized by the British Sumo Federation and has won four gold medals in international competitions. In 2006 Alexander competed in 25 different competitions and went to Japan to represent Great Britain in the World Sumo Championship. Since then, she has competed in international tournaments.
Family
Alexander is divorced, and has three children.