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Arvo Askola
Full name: Arvo Askola
Gender: Male
Height: 5'9" (174 cm)
Weight: 143 lbs (65 kg)
Born: December 2, 1909 in Valkeala, Kouvola, Kymenlaakso, Finland
Died: November 23, 1975 in Kuusankoski, Kouvola, Kymenlaakso, Finland
Affiliations: Kymintehtaan Urheiluseura, (FIN)
Country: 
Finland
Sport: Athletics
Medals: 1 Silver (1 Total)
Biography
Arvo Askola had the following podium finishes at major championships: 2nd in the 1936 Olympics 10000 metres; 2nd in the 1934 European Championships 10000 metres. Personal Best: 10000 – 30:15.6 (1936). |
Results
| Games | Age | City | Sport | Event | Team | NOC | Rank | Medal | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1936 Summer | 26 | Berlin | Athletics | Men's 10,000 metres | Finland | FIN | 2 | Silver |
Men's 10,000 metres
| Games | Age | City | Sport | Country | Phase | Unit | Rank | T(H) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1936 Summer | 26 | Berlin | Athletics | Finland | Final Standings | 2 | 30:15.6 |
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