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Finland played a special role in the 1952 Summer Olympics because the games were held in its capital city, Helsinki. As the host nation, Finland welcomed athletes from all over the world to compete together. Over 250 athletes from Finland joined in, including both men and women, who took part in many different sports.
The Finnish athletes worked hard and did very well. They brought home a total of 22 medals from the games. Hosting the Olympics was a proud moment for Finland, showing their love for sports and their ability to organize big international events. The 1952 Olympics remain an important part of Finland’s history.
Athletics
Main article: Athletics at the 1952 Summer Olympics
Finland hosted the 1952 Summer Olympics in Helsinki. Many athletes from Finland took part in running and other track and field events. The games were a big celebration of sports, with competitors from all over the world.
Basketball
Main article: Basketball at the 1952 Summer Olympics
In the 1952 Summer Olympics, Finland’s men’s basketball team played in Group B. They played against Mexico, the Soviet Union, and Bulgaria but did not win any games. Because of this, they did not move forward in the competition and finished in 16th place.
The team included players such as Juhani Kyöstilä, Raine Nuutinen, Raimo Lindholm, Timo Suviranta, Pentti Laaksonen, Oiva Virtanen, Esko Karhunen, Eero Salonen, Pertti Mutru, and Tapio Pöyhönen, along with Kauko Heinänen and Tuomo Ristola.
Boxing
Main article: Boxing at the 1952 Summer Olympics
Finland hosted the 1952 Summer Olympics in Helsinki. Athletes from many countries competed in boxing. It was one of the sports in the games, and many talented boxers from around the world took part.
Canoeing
Main article: Canoeing at the 1952 Summer Olympics
Finland joined in canoeing events at the 1952 Summer Olympics in Helsinki. Athletes from many countries took part, showing their skills in moving through the water. The games were a happy time for sports and working together.
Cycling
Main article: Cycling at the 1952 Summer Olympics
In the cycling events at the 1952 Summer Olympics, Finnish athletes rode in both road and track races. In the men's road race, Raino Koskenkorva came in 42nd place, and three other Finnish cyclists did not finish the race. On the track, Onni Kasslin placed 14th in the men's 1.000m time trial, and Helge Törn finished last in the men's 1.000m sprint scratch race.
Diving
Main article: Diving at the 1952 Summer Olympics
Men
| Athlete | Event | Preliminary | Final | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Points | Rank | Points | Rank | ||
| Olavi Heinonen | 3 m springboard | 58.06 | 29 | Did not advance | |
| Helge Vasenius | 65.41 | 14 | Did not advance | ||
| Birger Kivelä | 10 m platform | 67.31 | 13 | Did not advance | |
Equestrian
Main article: Equestrian at the 1952 Summer Olympics
Finland joined in equestrian events at the 1952 Summer Olympics in Helsinki. Riders from many countries, including Finland, took part. Equestrian sports include horses and riders doing different skills and tasks.
Fencing
Main article: Fencing at the 1952 Summer Olympics
Eleven fencers from Finland, eight men and three women, took part in fencing at the 1952 Summer Olympics. The men joined foil, épée, and team épée events, while the women joined foil.
The Finnish fencers were:
Football
Main article: Football at the 1952 Summer Olympics
Finland hosted the 1952 Summer Olympics in Helsinki. Football was one of the sports in the games. Players from many countries competed to win medals.
Gymnastics
Main article: Gymnastics at the 1952 Summer Olympics
Finland hosted the 1952 Summer Olympics in Helsinki. Many athletes competed in gymnastics. This sport tested balance, strength, and flexibility. Athletes performed routines on different pieces of equipment. The Olympics let them show their skills and compete for medals.
Hockey
Main article: Field hockey at the 1952 Summer Olympics
Finland hosted the 1952 Summer Olympics in Helsinki. Field hockey was one of the sports in the games. Teams from many countries came together to compete.
Modern pentathlon
Main article: Modern pentathlon at the 1952 Summer Olympics
Three athletes from Finland took part in the modern pentathlon in 1952. They won a bronze medal in the team event. The athletes were Ole Mannonen, Lauri Vilkko, and Olavi Rokka.
Individual
Team
- Ole Mannonen
- Lauri Vilkko
- Olavi Rokka
Rowing
Main article: Rowing at the 1952 Summer Olympics
Finland had 26 male rowers in the 1952 Olympics. They competed in seven rowing events. The rowers were in different teams, from one person to eight people. Each team worked together to row as fast as possible.
Sailing
Main article: Sailing at the 1952 Summer Olympics
Finland hosted the 1952 Summer Olympics in Helsinki. Sailing was one of the sports in the games. Athletes from many countries competed in the sailing events.
Shooting
Main article: Shooting at the 1952 Summer Olympics
Eleven shooters from Finland took part in the 1952 Olympics. Vilho Ylönen won a silver medal in the 50 m rifle event, and Tauno Mäki won a bronze medal in the 100m running deer.
Swimming
Main article: Swimming at the 1952 Summer Olympics
In the 1952 Summer Olympics in Helsinki, Finland, athletes from many countries competed in swimming. There were races for both men and women, and places were given for each heat.
| Athlete | Event | Heat | Semifinal | Final | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Time | Rank | Time | Rank | Time | Rank | ||
| Pentti Ikonen | 100 m freestyle | 1:01.1 | 5 | Did not advance | |||
| Leo Telivuo | 1:02.0 | 5 | Did not advance | ||||
| Mauno Valkeinen | 1:02.5 | 6 | Did not advance | ||||
| Einari Aalto | 400 m freestyle | 5:15.8 | 5 | Did not advance | |||
| Pentti Ikonen | 4:55.7 | 5 | Did not advance | ||||
| Pentti Paatsalo | 5:09.3 | 6 | Did not advance | ||||
| Erkki Marttinen | 100 m backstroke | 1:15.2 | 6 | Did not advance | |||
| Aulis Kähkönen | 200 m breaststroke | 2:43.8 | 4 | Did not advance | |||
| Juha Tikka | 2:46.3 | 4 | Did not advance | ||||
| Pentti Ikonen Pentti Paatsalo Mauno Valkeinen Leo Telivuo | 4 × 200 m freestyle | 9:26.6 | 6 | —N/a | Did not advance | ||
| Athlete | Event | Heat | Semifinal | Final | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Time | Rank | Time | Rank | Time | Rank | ||
| Ritva Järvinen | 100 m freestyle | 1:11.5 | 5 | Did not advance | |||
| Ritva Koivula | 1:17.3 | 7 | Did not advance | ||||
| Raili Riuttala | 1:13.5 | 7 | Did not advance | ||||
| Ritva Järvinen | 400 m freestyle | 5:53.5 | 7 | Did not advance | |||
| Anneli Haaranen | 100 m backstroke | 1:21.7 | 6 | —N/a | Did not advance | ||
| Kaija Mäkelä | 200 m breaststroke | 3:04.7 | 4 Q | 3:06.2 | 8 | Did not advance | |
| Raili Riuttala Ritva Koivula Anneli Haaranen Ritva Järvinen | 4 × 100 m freestyle | 4:56.0 | 7 | —N/a | Did not advance | ||
Weightlifting
Main article: Weightlifting at the 1952 Summer Olympics
In the 1952 Summer Olympics in Helsinki, Finland, weightlifting was one of the sports. Athletes from many countries competed to lift the most weight in different groups. The event was part of the games where Finland welcomed people from around the world to its capital city.
Wrestling
Main article: Wrestling at the 1952 Summer Olympics
In the 1952 Summer Olympics in Helsinki, Finland, wrestling was one of the sports. Finnish athletes competed with others from many countries. They wrestled in matches that tested their strength and skill.
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