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Antero Ojala

1916 – 1982

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About Antero Ojala

Lived 1916 – 1982 (aged 65). Antero Ojala was a Finnish speed skater.

Yrjö Antero Ojala (December 10, 1916 – February 5, 1982) was a Finnish speed skater who competed in the 1936 Winter Olympics and in the 1948 Winter Olympics.

Career In 1936 he won the bronze medal in the 5000 metres competition. In the 10000 metres event he finished seventh, in the 500 metres competition he finished eighth, and in the 1500 metres event he finished ninth.

Twelve years later he finished twelfth in the 1500 metres competition, 14th in the 500 metres event, and 26th in the 5000 metres competition.

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Yrjö Antero Ojala

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Antero Ojala?

speed skater (1916–1982)

When was Antero Ojala born?

Antero Ojala was born on 10 December 1916 in Zelenogorsk.

When did Antero Ojala die?

Antero Ojala died on 5 February 1982 in Lappajärvi.

What was Antero Ojala's occupation?

Antero Ojala was a speed skater.

What nationality was Antero Ojala?

Antero Ojala was Finnish.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Antero Ojala

· Wikidata: Q1811749

· DBpedia: Antero Ojala

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