About Jukka Matilainen
Lived 1901 – 1967 (aged 65). Jukka Matilainen was a Finnish sprinter.
Johan Aadolf "Jukka" Matilainen (20 December 1901 – 1 November 1967) was a Finnish runner. He competed at the 1928 Olympics in the 400 m hurdles, but failed to reach the final. His brothers Kalle and Martti were also Olympic runners, but in longer-distance events.
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Who was Jukka Matilainen?
Finnish hurdler
When was Jukka Matilainen born?
Jukka Matilainen was born on 20 December 1901 in Mikkeli.
When did Jukka Matilainen die?
Jukka Matilainen died on 1 November 1967.
What was Jukka Matilainen's occupation?
Jukka Matilainen was a sprinter.
What nationality was Jukka Matilainen?
Jukka Matilainen was Finnish.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jukka Matilainen. https://biography.guide/jukka-matilainen/
MLA: "Jukka Matilainen." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jukka-matilainen/.
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