Now Norway pales: Finland cleared the table
The Nordic Combined Awards celebrated Finland's dominance, awarding four out of five honors to Finnish athletes, including the top female athlete title to Minja Korhonen.
Minja Korhonen's brilliant jump - fighting again for a top position
Finnish skier Minja Korhonen excelled in a foggy competition in Oslo, finishing fourth in the last ski jumping event of the World Cup season.
Kärpät go on summer vacation - An unbelievable situation in the Hall
Kärpät will not compete in the playoffs of the SM-liiga for the 2025-26 season, marking an unexpected ending to their hopes.
Jarmo Hirvonen appointed interim deputy ombudsman
Jarmo Hirvonen has been appointed as the interim deputy ombudsman for the period from 2026 to 2030 by the Parliamentary Ombudsman Jari RÃ¥man.
Finland's Medal Heroes: An Odd Problem Has Emerged
Finnish combined skier Eero Hirvonen highlights concerns about the limited competition calendar after the Olympics, pointing out that there are only three individual events left in the season.
In the Combined Surprise: Eero Hirvonen Out
Ilkka Herola continued his excellent performance by finishing third in the Nordic combined World Cup event at Salpausselkä.
Salpausselkä Games Kicking Off Properly - Minja Korhonen in Fantastic Form for Competition
The Salpausselkä Games have begun in Lahti, Finland, with a focus on combined competitions featuring Finnish athletes Minja Korhonen and Heta Hirvonen.
Finland's Medal Champion: Illness Strikes
Finnish Olympic medalist Eero Hirvonen has been dealing with a throat infection this week after securing a bronze and a silver in recent competitions.
Ilkka Herola Fights for Victory – Succeeds Magnificently in Ski Jumping
Ilkka Herola achieved a remarkable third place in the inaugural ski flying competition, demonstrating exceptional skill despite challenging conditions.
Finland's Top and Flops: The Duo Surpassed All Expectations - the Moral Medalist Suffered a Flagrant Injustice
Finland achieved six medals at the Milan-Cortina Olympics, with notable performances from the combined duo Ilkka Herola and Eero Hirvonen.
This was still missing from Ilkka Herola and Eero Hirvonen
Ilkka Herola and Eero Hirvonen celebrated winning a silver medal in team competition at the Olympics, fulfilling a long-held dream.
Olympic Judgment: Iivo Niskanen must do an ugly trick – There is nothing reasonable in Krista Pärmäkoski's actions
The article discusses the unexpected success of Finnish Olympians Ilkka Herola and Eero Hirvonen, highlighting their performance and the supportive role of the Finnish team manager during challenging conditions.
Afterthoughts: Eero Hirvonen reveals plans for his career
Finnish skier Eero Hirvonen discusses his future career prospects amidst the excitement of the Olympics.
Generous Funding from the State for Eero Hirvonen
Finnish combined athlete Eero Hirvonen received significant state funding amounting to €60,000 for the years 2022-2025 from the Ministry of Education and Culture.
Finland lost by 0.5 seconds – A perspective from Norway
Finland lost a closely contested relay race to Norway by just half a second, with Norwegian skier Jens Oftebro making a crucial decision in the final stretch.
Eero Hirvonen yelled – Really annoying behavior from the opponent
Eero Hirvonen shouted at Akito Watabe during a cross-country skiing competition due to Watabe's annoying behavior.
Ilkka Herola: Career over?
Finnish athletes Ilkka Herola and Eero Hirvonen reflect on their future in skiing after winning Olympic silver in the team event.
Did we lose the gold here? Harsh words from the Finnish coach
Finnish coach Antti Kuisma critiques the conditions impacting Eero Hirvonen's performance in a cross-country skiing competition against Norway's Jens Oftebro.
Intense exchange: Eero Hirvonen boiled over
Eero Hirvonen expressed frustration towards Japan's Ryota Yamamoto during a skiing competition in Val di Fiemme, leading to a heated exchange.
Finland's silver hero measures up: this competitor's trick was too much
Eero Hirvonen faced off against Japan's Ryota Yamamoto during a competitive skiing event, expressing frustration over Yamamoto's tactics.
"They saved Finland's games" – Message from Juha Kankkunen to Olympic heroes
Rally legend Juha Kankkunen praised Finnish athletes Eero Hirvonen and Ilkka Herola for winning Olympic silver in the combined relay event, stating they saved Finland's games.
This is how much Ilkka Herola and Eero Hirvonen earn from their Olympic silver medal
Ilkka Herola and Eero Hirvonen will receive €30,000 from the Finnish Olympic Committee for their silver medal in the team event of Nordic combined ski sprint.
Olympic gold was so close! Ilkka Herola and Eero Hirvonen had an amazing battle
Ilkka Herola and Eero Hirvonen secured an Olympic silver medal in the mixed team sprint event finisher just behind the Norwegian duo who claimed gold.
Comment: Absurd Turn – Ilkka Herola and Eero Hirvonen Finally Got What They Wanted
In a challenging competition marked by heavy snowfall, Finnish athletes Ilkka Herola and Eero Hirvonen performed in the first-ever mixed team event at the championship level.
Ilkka Herola and Eero Hirvonen Shockingly Earned Big
Finnish athletes Ilkka Herola and Eero Hirvonen earned substantial financial rewards after winning silver in the team event at the Milan-Cortina Olympics.
Commentary: Finland's Medal Heroes Had the Ingredients for Catastrophe
This commentary explores how Finnish athletes Eero Hirvonen and Ilkka Herola struggled with their speed in a recent competition, highlighting their potential for disaster amid challenging conditions.
Finland in the gold race! Ilkka Herola makes an impressive rating
Finland competes fiercely in the Nordic combined team event at Val di Fiemme despite challenging weather conditions.
IL follows: A big question mark over Ilkka Herola and Eero Hirvonen's medal hunt - How will today's competitions go?
Iltalehti tracks the Olympic competitions involving Finnish athletes Ilkka Herola and Eero Hirvonen, highlighting uncertainties about their performance.
76-year-old Olympic veteran from Suonenjoki smells new medal coffee and demands women's combined to be an Olympic event
Rauno Miettinen, a 76-year-old Finnish Olympic veteran, is advocating for the inclusion of women's combined events in the Olympics following recent successes of Finnish athletes.
Finland quietly gained a huge advantage for the Olympics
Finland has achieved impressive results in Olympic skiing competitions, highlighting the crucial role of equipment and teamwork in their success.
Alexander Stubb surprised Eero Hirvonen
Finnish President Alexander Stubb surprised athlete Eero Hirvonen with a congratulatory phone call after he won a bronze medal at the Milan-Cortina Olympics.
Eero Hirvonen teased – The Norwegian got into trouble
Eero Hirvonen made fun of Norwegian skier Andreas Skoglund after a surprising performance during the combined ski jump and cross-country competition.
A moving speech from a friend about Ilkka Herola - "This is what we have dreamed of"
Finnish skier Ilkka Herola won an Olympic bronze medal in the team ski jumping event, as celebrated by teammate Eero Hirvonen.
Comment: These men saved Finland's Olympics
Ilkka Herola and Eero Hirvonen have emerged as key figures for Finland in the Winter Olympics, securing medals and leading the nation's medal hopes.
Ilkka Herola Aimed for Gold
Finnish skier Ilkka Herola showed impressive form in practice ahead of the combined ski-jumping competition.
One of Finland's Most Amazing Olympic Stories of All Time: The Incredible Medal of Ilves' Competitor
Finnish athlete Eero Hirvonen unexpectedly secured a bronze medal, while Kristjan Ilves narrowly missed his dream of winning his first Olympic medal.
Eero Hirvonen's Coach Awaits Terrible News - 'No One Can Say'
Antti Kuisma, the head coach of Finland's combined team, awaits a decision from the International Olympic Committee regarding the future of the combined event in the Olympics.
The Most Painful Experience Possible - Eero Hirvonen Was in Really Bad Trouble
Eero Hirvonen, a Finnish combined athlete, has faced a series of injuries and setbacks that have critically impacted his performance and career aspirations.
Olympic Judgment: The Lions' NHL Stars Have a Mysterious Meeting in New York’s Night – Is a Coup Brewing?
Finnish journalists discuss the mixed performances of the national ice hockey team during the Milan-Cortina Olympics, focusing on both standout moments and concerning team dynamics.
Father astonished when 9-year-old boy ran an incredible Cooper test – this is what kind of man Eero Hirvonen is
Eero Hirvonen, having unexpectedly won a bronze medal, reveals a remarkable backstory that many are unfamiliar with.
Surprising revelation about Eero Hirvonen: "Incredibly difficult"
Eero Hirvonen's unexpected rise to becoming an Olympic bronze medalist was marked by significant challenges he faced during the previous season.
Decisive bronze help - great performance by Ilkka Herola
Ilkka Herola and Eero Hirvonen, teammates in Finnish skiing, showcased their skills by testing each other's equipment before a race, highlighting the importance of gear in challenging conditions.
Eero Hirvonen has already thrown in the towel
Eero Hirvonen, the Olympic bronze medalist from Finland, expressed disappointment in his performance, citing harsh racing conditions.
Harsh revelation from Eero Hirvonen's parents on Yle: 'Has not known if Eero can handle it'
Eero Hirvonen won a bronze medal in Nordic combined at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, and his emotional parents spoke about the challenges he faced leading up to this achievement.
Suvi Minkkinen's Amazing Reaction to Eero Hirvonen's Medal!
Suvi Minkkinen expressed delight upon learning about Eero Hirvonen's Olympic bronze medal after her performance in the women's normal race.
Eero Hirvonen hoped for one thing before his sensation - immediately after waking up it hit: 'Oh boy!'
Eero Hirvonen won a surprising bronze medal at the Milan-Cortina Olympics, overcoming a challenging past season with significant preparation changes.
Eero Hirvonen hoped for one thing before his sensation – immediately after waking up it hit: 'Oh boy!'
Eero Hirvonen won a surprising bronze medal at the Milan-Cortina Olympics, reflecting on his intense focus during the competition and the challenges of the past season.
Perspective: Quite a few revelations about the sensational medal – All the money is gone
The article delves into the struggles of Finnish skier Eero Hirvonen as he faces ongoing financial issues within the sport and the impact on athletes' performance.
Revelation: The Dark Times Behind Eero Hirvonen's Sensational Breakthrough – "It Was a Major Turning Point"
Eero Hirvonen's recent success is underscored by a challenging past, as noted by his longtime supporter Petter Kukkonen.
Lotta Harala was moved by Eero Hirvonen's medal – "I always cry so much about these things"
Finnish athletes were thrilled after Eero Hirvonen secured a bronze medal, inspiring emotional responses from his competitors including Lotta Harala.