From sumo wrestling to martial arts

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Story Published: Jun 4, 2009 at 9:33 AM MDT

Story Updated: Jun 4, 2009 at 9:57 AM MDT

By Ted Dawson

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IDAHO FALLS - Most of you know Kelly Gneiting, as a national champion sumo wrestler.

The 450 pound, 38 year old Rigby truck driver even has a story in ESPN the magazine this month about his exploits, but the three time champion isn't content to just excel at the ancient Japanese sport.

He's now going to try a mixed martial arts bout in Boise later this month.

Actually, the whole reason that Gneiting is risking his reputation in a totally different sport is to try and raise money to go to the Olympic World Games in Taiwan this July where he'll represent the United States in sumo.

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