Tsuyoshi Yokoyama (born June 29, 1983), better known as is a Japanese

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who competes in the

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division. He comes from a

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background and is known for his unorthodox kicks.

Biography and career

Yamamoto began practicing

at the age of 13. His brother Shingo Yokoyama is also a kickboxer. In 2003 he became the 5th All Japan

Lightweight Champion. He made his professional kickboxing debut on August 16, 2008, when he defeated Marcelo Nascimento by a unanimous decision. In his following fight he made his debut in the K-1 promotion at 'the ''

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'' and was knocked out by Jae Gil Noh. Following this he went on an eight fight unbeaten run consisting of seven wins and one draw. He returned to K-1 in a tournament reserve match at '' K-1 World MAX 2011 -70kg Japan Tournament Final'' on September 25, 2011. He defeated Yoshi via a unanimous decision.K-1 MAX Announces New Show; K-1 Grand Prix Tournament Rumors
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Titles

* 5th Seido Kaikan All Japan Lightweight Champion (2003)

Kickboxing record

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References

External links

K-1 Profile
{{DEFAULTSORT:Yokoyama, Go 1983 births Living people Japanese male kickboxers Welterweight kickboxers Japanese male karateka Sportspeople from Hyōgo Prefecture