Finland won a bronze medal in the women's relay race on Saturday, marking the team's second medal at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics. The team, comprised of Jasmi Joensuu, Vilma Ryytty, Kerttu Niskanen, and Johanna Matintalo, achieved this notable feat as they competed against strong teams, including Norway, which took home the gold medal, and Sweden, which earned silver.

In addition to the prestige of the bronze medal, each athlete will receive a significant financial reward for their performance. The Finnish Olympic Committee awards €20,000 for bronze medal performances, which is divided among the four team members, resulting in each skier receiving €5,000. This prize money structure incentivizes team performance in relay events, as teams aim for higher placements for larger prize pools, with gold medalists earning €50,000 and silver medalists €30,000.

Beyond the Olympic Committee's awards, athletes often secure lucrative bonuses from their sponsors, further augmenting their earnings. The relay event's success follows another Finnish athlete, Eero Hirvonen, who won bronze in mixed events earlier in the week, contributing to Finland's overall performance at the Winter Olympics and showcasing the country's strength in winter sports.