Pentti Nikula

Pentti Kustaa Nikula (born 3 February 1939) is a retired Finnish pole vaulter. He won the 1962 European Championships and held one world and four European outdoor records. He placed seventh at the 1964 Summer Olympics.[1]

Pentti Nikula
Nikula in 1963
Personal information
Born3 February 1939 (1939-02-03) (age 84)
Somero, Finland
Height180 cm (5 ft 11 in)
Weight68–70 kg (150–154 lb)
Sport
SportAthletics
Event(s)Pole vault
ClubLahden Sampo, Lahti
Achievements and titles
Personal best(s)5.10 mi (1963)[1][2]
Medal record
Representing  Finland
European Championships
Gold medal – first place 1962 Belgrade Pole vault

See also

References

  1. Pentti Nikula. Sports Reference
  2. Pentti Nikula. trackfield.brinkster.net


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