Väinö Sipilä

Finnish middle-distance runner

Väinö Sipilä - Athletes & Sports Figures born December 24th, 1897
Born
Died

1987
39 years ago — 90 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Finland

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Competed in middle-distance running events in the early 20th century. Specialized in the 1500 meters discipline. Represented Finland in international competitions, including the 1920 Antwerp Olympics. Achieved recognition for athletic excellence during a period marked by significant national pride in sports.

Competed in the 1920 Antwerp Olympics

Won multiple national championships in Finland

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