Kristiina Mäkelä

Finnish triple jumper, European Championships medalist

Kristiina Mäkelä - Finnish triple jumper, European Championships medalist
Born

November 20th, 1992
32 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Finland

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This individual is a triple jumper from Finland who has competed at an elite level. In 2022, achieved a personal best of 14.53 meters. Competed in international competitions, representing Finland in the European Championships. In 2021, secured a bronze medal at the European Indoor Championships, marking a significant achievement in her athletic career. Regularly participated in various athletics events, consistently striving for national records.

Bronze medalist at the 2021 European Indoor Championships

Achieved a personal best of 14.53 meters in 2022

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