Lasse Virén

Lasse Virén is a FIN middle-distance runner, born on July 22, 1949. He competes primarily in the 1500m, Mile and 3000m.

His personal bests include 3:41.8h in the 1500m, 4:01.6h in the Mile, 7:43.2h in the 3000m, 13:16.3h in the 5000m and 27:38.35 in the 10000m. He has earned 4 gold and 2 bronze medals in major international competitions. He is currently active on the international athletics circuit, representing FIN.