Arvo Askola
Biographical information
| Roles | Competed in Olympic Games |
|---|---|
| Sex | Male |
| Full name | Arvo•Askola |
| Used name | Arvo•Askola |
| Born | 2 December 1909 in Valkeala, Kouvola, Kymenlaakso (FIN) |
| Died | 23 November 1975 in Kuusankoski, Kouvola, Kymenlaakso (FIN) |
| Measurements | 174 cm / 65 kg |
| Affiliations | Kymintehtaan Urheiluseura, (FIN) |
| NOC |  Finland |
| Medals | OG |
| Gold | 0 |
| Silver | 1 |
| Bronze | 0 |
| Total | 1 |
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 | Discipline (Sport) / Event | NOC / Team | Pos | Medal | As | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1936 Summer Olympics | Athletics | FIN |
Arvo Askola | |||
| 10,000 metres, Men (Olympic) | 2 | Silver |
Special Notes
- Listed in Olympians Who Won a Medal at the European Athletics Championships (0–1–0 1934 Torino silver: 10000 m)