About
Finnish long distance runner who won five Olympic gold medals, four of which came during the 1924 Olympics.
Before Fame
He emigrated from Finland to the United States at the age of 17.
Trivia
He won a total of six medals at the 1924 Olympics, four being gold.
Family Life
He was one of eight siblings who all emigrated to the United States.
Associated With
His four gold medals at the 1924 Olympics were one less than Paavo Nurmi's five.
