Helena Laine

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Sirpa Helena Laine (born March 30, 1955, in Helsinki) is a retired female javelin thrower from Finland. She competed for her native country at the 1984 Summer Olympics, finishing in 11th place (58.18 metres).

Achievements

YearCompetitionVenuePositionNotes
Representing Flag of Finland.svg  Finland
1984 Olympic Games Los Angeles, United States 11th58.18 m

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