Tatu Kolehmainen facts for kids
Tatu Kolehmainen at the 1912 Olympics
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| Personal information | |
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| Nationality | Finnish |
| Born | 21 April 1885 Kuopio, Finland |
| Died | 15 June 1967 (aged 82) Helsinki, Finland |
| Height | 162 cm |
| Weight | 54–57 kg |
| Sport | |
| Sport | Long-distance running |
| Event(s) | 5000 m, 10,000 m, marathon |
| Club | Helsingin Jyry, Helsinki HKV, Helsinki |
| Achievements and titles | |
| Personal best(s) | 5000 m – 15:29.5 (1914) 10000 m – 32:24.9 (1912) Mar – 2:29:08 (1912) |
Tatu Kolehmainen (born April 21, 1885, died June 15, 1967) was a famous Finnish long-distance runner. He was known for competing in big races like the Olympics. He ran very long distances, such as 5,000 meters, 10,000 meters, and even marathons. His younger brother, Hannes, was also a well-known runner.
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Meet Tatu Kolehmainen: A Finnish Runner
Tatu Kolehmainen was a talented athlete from Finland. He specialized in running very long distances. This type of running requires a lot of stamina and training. He competed against the best runners in the world.
Early Life and Running Dreams
Tatu Kolehmainen was born in Kuopio, Finland, on April 21, 1885. He grew up with a passion for running. He trained hard to become a strong long-distance runner. His dedication helped him prepare for major competitions.
Olympic Adventures: Competing for Finland
Tatu Kolehmainen represented Finland in two Olympic Games. These were the 1912 Summer Olympics in Stockholm, Sweden, and the 1920 Summer Olympics in Antwerp, Belgium. The Olympics are a huge international sports event. Athletes from all over the world compete.
The 1912 Stockholm Olympics
At the 1912 Olympics, Tatu competed in two tough races. He ran in the 10,000-meter race and the marathon. Both of these events are very challenging. Unfortunately, he could not finish either race. The weather was extremely hot, which made it very difficult for many runners.
The 1920 Antwerp Olympics
Eight years later, Tatu Kolehmainen returned to the Olympics. He competed in the marathon at the 1920 Games. This time, he successfully finished the race. He placed 10th, which is a great achievement among so many skilled athletes.
A Family of Runners
Tatu Kolehmainen was not the only famous runner in his family. His younger brother, Hannes Kolehmainen, was also a very successful long-distance runner. Hannes competed alongside Tatu in both the 1912 and 1920 Olympic Games. They were a remarkable pair of brothers from Finland.
Tatu's Running Records
Throughout his career, Tatu Kolehmainen set some impressive personal best times. These are the fastest times he ever ran in specific races.
- 5,000 meters: 15 minutes, 29.5 seconds (set in 1914)
- 10,000 meters: 32 minutes, 24.9 seconds (set in 1912)
- Marathon: 2 hours, 29 minutes, 8 seconds (set in 1912)
These times show how fast and strong he was as a runner.
Life After Running
Tatu Kolehmainen lived a long life. He passed away on June 15, 1967, in Helsinki, Finland. He is remembered as a dedicated Finnish athlete. He inspired many with his efforts in long-distance running.
