Tommi Evilä
Finnish Long Jumper
Born in 1980, a long jumper represented Finland in multiple international competitions. Achieved a personal best of 8.22 meters in 2004. Competed in the 2004 Athens Olympics, reaching the final. Participated in the European Athletics Championships and secured a bronze medal in 2002.
Competed in the 2004 Athens Olympics
Achieved a personal best of 8.22 meters
Won a bronze medal at the 2002 European Athletics Championships
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