Risto Kuntsi

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Risto Kuntsi
Risto Kuntsi 1935.jpg
Risto Kuntsi in 1935
Personal information
Born18 June 1912
Jyväskylä, Finland
Died6 August 1964 (aged 52)
Helsinki, Finland
Height1.85 m (6 ft 1 in)
Weight87 kg (192 lb)
Sport
SportAthletics
Event(s) Shot put
ClubVaasan Vasama, Vaasa
Achievements and titles
Personal best(s)15.65 m (1935) [1] [2]
Medal record
Representing Flag of Finland.svg  Finland
European Championships
Silver medal icon (S initial).svg 1934 Turin Shot put


Risto Johannes Kuntsi (18 June 1912 – 6 August 1964) was a Finnish shot putter who won a silver medal at the 1934 European Championships. He competed at the 1936 Summer Olympics and finished in 13th place. [1]

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References

  1. 1 2 Risto Kuntsi. sports-reference.com
  2. Risto Kuntsi. trackfield.brinkster.net