Vilho Niittymaa

FinlandFinlandRetired
Born
Aug 19, 1896
Birthplace
Yläne, Pöytyä, Varsinais-Suomi (FIN)
Height
1.79 m
Weight
80 kg

Vilho Niittymaa is a Finland thrower, born on August 19, 1896 in Yläne, Pöytyä, Varsinais-Suomi (FIN). Standing 1.79 m and weighing 80 kg, He competes primarily in the DT.

His personal bests include 44.95 in the DT. He has earned 1 silver medal in major international competitions.

1924 season best44.95Jul 13, 1924
Medals1Olympic Games: 1 silver
Last competitionThe VIII Olympic GamesJul 13, 1924 · 44.95
The VIII Olympic Games

As of Oct 30, 2026: 1924 season best 44.95 (Jul 13, 1924) · Last competition: The VIII Olympic Games, Jul 13, 1924, 44.95 · Olympic Games: 1 silver · 130 years old · Retired

Personal bests

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DisciplineResultAll-time
DT192444.95785 pts–

Medals

CompetitionsGoldSilverBronzeTotal
Olympic Games–1–1

Progression

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SeasonDisciplineResultWindDateCompetitions
1924DT 44.95–Jul 13, 1924The VIII Olympic Games
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

1924 season best: 44.95, set on Jul 13, 1924. Last competition: The VIII Olympic Games on Jul 13, 1924, 44.95.

Vilho Niittymaa has won 1 Olympic Games medal.