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22nd Jan 2020: One year after making history by winning EVO Japan 2019, the young Tekken master Arslan Ash intends to make history as he sets off to participate in the prestigious tournament again. While last year, he was the ultimate underdog trying his luck for the first time, this year he enters the competition with a target on his back.
As the EVO Japan 2019 champion, Ash will be looking to retain his crown this year – something he admits is more difficult. “I feel different going into EVO Japan 2020 because I am practically defending my title and it’s more difficult to defend the title than win it,” said the Tekken crown-bearer in an earlier interview with Red Bull.“So, the pressure is on. And people are preparing to face me. You never know what happens but I will, of course, give my 100%.”
The pressure is high but Ash isn’t nervous at all. His intensive practice routine has paid off so far and he believes it will continue to. “I wake up at 4 am, pray and go to gym.—PR
