Helge PERÄLÄ

FinlandFinland
Born
Jun 3, 1915
Events
10 000 m

Helge PERÄLÄ is a Finland long-distance runner, born on June 3, 1915. He competes primarily in the 5000m and 10000m.

His personal bests include 15:07.8h in the 5000m and 30:31.4h in the 10000m. He has earned 1 silver medal in major international competitions. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing Finland.

Personal best · 10 000 m30:31.4h
1948 season best15:08.01Jul 31, 1948
Last competitionThe XIV Olympic GamesAug 2, 1948 · –
The XIV Olympic Games

As of Oct 27, 2026: 10 000 m 30:31.4h, 1948 season best 15:08.01 (Jul 31, 1948) · Last competition: The XIV Olympic Games, Aug 2, 1948, – · 111 years old

Personal bests

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DisciplineResultAll-time
5000mLondon 194815:07.8h787 pts–
10000mOslo 194630:31.4h911 pts–

Progression

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SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
19485000m 15:08.01–Jul 31, 1948The XIV Olympic Games
194610000m 30:31.4h–Aug 22, 1946Oslo European Championships
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FAQ

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Helge PERÄLÄ's 10 000 m personal best is 30:31.4h, set on Aug 22, 1946 in Bislett Stadion, Oslo (NOR).

Helge PERÄLÄ competes in the 10 000 m.

1948 season best: 15:08.01, set on Jul 31, 1948. Last competition: The XIV Olympic Games on Aug 2, 1948, –.