Mona-Lisa Pursiainen

Finnish sprinter and Olympian

Mona-Lisa Pursiainen - Athletes & Sports Figures born June 21st, 1951
Born
Died

2000
25 years ago — 49 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Finland

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Specialized in sprinting events and represented Finland in international competitions. Competed in the 1980 Summer Olympics held in Moscow, achieving significant recognition in track and field. Earned a national title in the 100 meters and participated in several European championships, contributing to Finnish athletics during the peak of her career.

Competed in the 1980 Summer Olympics

Won national title in the 100 meters

Participated in multiple European championships

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