Marko Yli-Hannuksela

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Finnish former wrestler Marko Yli-Hannuksela at Helsinki Book Fair, 2013. Marko Yli-Hannuksela.jpg
Finnish former wrestler Marko Yli-Hannuksela at Helsinki Book Fair, 2013.
Marko Yli-Hannuksela
Medal record
Men's Greco-Roman Wrestling
Representing Flag of Finland.svg  Finland
Olympic Games
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Silver medal icon (S initial).svg 2004 Athens 74 kg
Bronze medal icon (B initial).svg 2000 Sydney 76 kg

Marko Juhani Yli-Hannuksela (born 21 December 1973 in Ilmajoki) is a Finnish former wrestler. His most notable accomplishments are his two Olympic medals and a world championship in Greco-Roman wrestling. After failing to qualify for 2008 Olympic Games, he decided to retire in August 2008.

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His local sports team are the Ilmajoen Kisailijat, and he is coached by his father Seppo Yli-Hannuksela. He has five children with his wife Gita.

Accomplishments

Olympic Games

World Championships

European Championships

References