Rauni Essman
Biographical information
| Roles | Competed in Olympic Games |
|---|---|
| Sex | Female |
| Full name | Rauni Mirjam•Essman (-Asteljoki) |
| Used name | Rauni•Essman |
| Born | 8 April 1918 in Joensuu, Pohjois-Karjala (FIN) |
| Died | 21 May 1999 in Kouvola, Kymenlaakso (FIN) |
| Measurements | 164 cm / 57 kg |
| Affiliations | Enson Kisailijat, Imatra (FIN) |
| NOC |  Finland |
Biography
Rauni Essman was a Finnish sprinter who represented Enson Kisailijat. In 1935 Essman set a national record in the 100 metres that stood for 17 years. At the 1936 Berlin Olympics Essman competed in the 100 metres where she reached the semi-finals.
Personal Best: 100 – 12.6 (1935).
Results
| Games | Discipline (Sport) / Event | NOC / Team | Pos | Medal | As | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1936 Summer Olympics | Athletics | FIN |
Rauni Essman | |||
| 100 metres, Women (Olympic) | 6 h2 r2/3 | |||||
| 4 × 100 metres Relay, Women (Olympic) | Finland | 4 h2 r1/2 |