| For those wondering about finnish medals (I'm a finn myself): In the 1920's finns dominated the long-distance track and field. Paavo Nurmi (who is often candidate for the greatest track and field athelete of all time, due to setting dozens of records and being only defeated once by a non-finn) won 9 golds and some silvers, in 3 olympic games.
Hannes Kolehmainen won several in 1910's, and after Nurmi there were several other Finns who won golds in 1920's through 40's. In the 1960's, Lasse Viren continued running long-distance, famously winning a 10k race where he fell mid-way.
Nowadays, there isn't much to say though, sadly. |
Michael Phelps Gold Medals
6+ Olympic Golds
Olympic Figure Skaters
