Yrjö Nikkanen
Biographical information
| Roles | Competed in Olympic Games |
|---|---|
| Sex | Male |
| Full name | Jouko Yrjö•Nikkanen |
| Used name | Yrjö•Nikkanen |
| Born | 31 December 1914 in Pobeda, Leningrad (RUS) |
| Died | 18 November 1985 in Suoniemi, Nokia, Pirkanmaa (FIN) |
| Measurements | 182 cm / 77 kg |
| Affiliations | Pölläkkälän Ura |
| NOC |  Finland |
| Medals | OG |
| Gold | 0 |
| Silver | 1 |
| Bronze | 0 |
| Total | 1 |
Biography
Yrjö Nikkanen had the following podium finishes at major championships: 2nd in the 1936 Olympics Javelin Throw; 2nd in the 1938 European Championships Javelin Throw, 2nd in the 1946 European Championships Javelin Throw.
Personal Best: JT – 78.70 (1938).
Results
| Games | Discipline (Sport) / Event | NOC / Team | Pos | Medal | As | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1936 Summer Olympics | Athletics | FIN |
Yrjö Nikkanen | |||
| Javelin Throw, Men (Olympic) | 2 | Silver |
Special Notes
- Listed in Olympians Who Won a Medal at the European Athletics Championships (0–2–0 1938 Paris silver: javelin throw; 1946 Oslo silver: javelin throw)