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Shogo Sakata: A Rising Star in Track and Field

Shogo Sakata, an athlete from Cerespo’s track and field department, has been officially confirmed as a member of the Japanese national team for the upcoming Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics, set to commence on November 15. This prestigious event, which highlights the athleticism of deaf athletes globally, will showcase Sakata's skills in the 100m dash and the men's 4×100m relay.

Future Competition Schedule

Sakata is expected to compete in two events:

• - Men's 100m
• - Men's 4×100m Relay

As he prepares for the competition, Cerespo is committed to ensuring that Sakata has a supportive environment that allows him to focus entirely on training and successful performance.

Comments from Shogo Sakata

In his statement following the announcement, Sakata expressed his determination, stating, "I am honored to be selected for the 100m and the 4×100m relay. However, this is just the beginning, and I am focused on achieving strong results at the Tokyo Deaflympics. My goal is to secure a gold medal and break the world record in the relay. I will also be cautious about any injuries and will work hard in training. I appreciate all your support!"

Best Performance Records

• - 100m: 10.89 seconds (Recorded at the 2024 Kawagoe Spring Athletics Meet)
• - 4×100m relay: 41.15 seconds (World Record at the 5th World Deaf Athletics Championships)

Understanding the Deaflympics

The Deaflympics is an international multi-sport event organized by the International Committee of Sport for the Deaf (ICSD). This event is dedicated to deaf athletes, and it has been held every four years since its inception in Paris, France. The upcoming Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics marks a significant moment in history, as it will be the first time this event is held in Japan, celebrating its 100th anniversary.

Event Overview

• - Event Name: The 25th Summer Deaflympics in Tokyo 2025 (Abbreviated as Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics)
• - Event Duration: November 15, 2025 (Saturday) - November 26, 2025 (Wednesday), spanning 12 days.
• - Participating Countries: Approximately 70-80 nations and regions.
• - Athlete Participation: Around 3,000 athletes expected.

About Cerespo Co., Ltd.

Cerespo is an event production company founded on July 21, 1977, dedicated to planning and supporting ceremonies, sports events, promotional events, and more. With a mission to contribute to a society filled with smiles through events, Cerespo collaborates with various organizations both domestically and internationally while promoting sustainability in event management.

• - Company Name: Cerespo Co., Ltd.
• - Representative: Go Tashiro
• - Headquarters: 1-21-5 Kita-Otsuka, Toshima-ku, Tokyo, 170-0004
• - Number of Employees: 408 (as of April 30, 2025)
• - Website: Cerespo Official Site

For inquiries regarding this announcement, please contact:
Cerespo Public Relations Department:
Koshikawa (Tel: 03-5974-1111)
Email: cd@cerespo.co.jp