Jouko Juhani Järvinen (9 May 1935 – 31 May 1984) was a Finnish speed skater. He competed in the 1956, 1960 and 1964 Olympics with the best result of fourth place over 1500 m in 1956 and fifth in 1960. In 1959 he won a world title, placing second at the European championships. The same year he set a world record over 1500 m (2:06.3) and was elected Finnish Sportspersonality of the year. His world record stood for seven years.
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Jouko Juhani Järvinen 9 May 1935 Tuulos, Finland
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Died |
31 May 1984 (aged 49) Helsinki, Finland
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Zodiac | Taurus |
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