About Arto Koivisto
Born 1947. Arto Koivisto is a Finnish cross-country skier.
Doping ban Koivisto tested positive for ephedrine and codine at the 1981 Finnish Skiing Championships, and lost two bronze medals. He claimed the source of the substances was a cough medicine prescribed to him by a doctor, and he got a one-month sanction from the sport.
Cross-country skiing results All results are sourced from the International Ski Federation (FIS).
Olympic Games 2 medals – (1 gold, 1 bronze) Year Age 15 km 30 km 50 km 4 × 10 km relay 1976 28 Bronze 8 10 Gold
World Championships Year Age 15 km 30 km 50 km 4 × 10 km relay 1974 26 20 — — — 1978 30 — 29 — — 1982 34 27 — — —
World Cup Season standings Season Age Overall 1983 34 1984 35
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Who is Arto Koivisto?
Finnish cross-country skier
When was Arto Koivisto born?
Arto Koivisto was born on 7 December 1947 in Isojoki.
What is Arto Koivisto's occupation?
Arto Koivisto is a cross-country skier.
What nationality is Arto Koivisto?
Arto Koivisto is Finnish.
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