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(Finnish Ski Jumper) Veikko Kankkonen was a successful Finnish ski jumper, winning two Olympic medals in 1964. He also triumphed at the Holmenkollen ski festival and the Four Hills Tournament. Besides skiing, Kankkonen excelled in pesäpallo and national-level golf. He later became a renowned ski jumping coach, leaving a significant mark on the sport. His influence lived on through his son, Anssi Kankkonen, who pursued a career as a professional athlete.
