Martti Matilainen

Martti Matilainen (18 September 1907 – 20 October 1993) was a Finnish runner who finished fourth in the 3000 m steeplechase at the 1932 and 1936 Olympics. In 1936 he also competed in the 1500 m, but failed to reach the final. His elder brothers Jukka and Kalle were also Olympic runners.[1][2]

Martti Matilainen
Personal information
Born18 September 1907
Iisalmi, Finland
Died20 October 1993 (aged 86)
Valkeakoski, Finland
Height1.65 m (5 ft 5 in)
Weight54 kg (119 lb)
Sport
SportRunning
ClubIisalmen Visa, Iisalmi
Achievements and titles
Olympic finals1932, 1936

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