Famous Skiers

Matti Nykänen

The Finnish ski jumper is considered to be the best ever in that sport. In the 1980s he won four Olympic gold medals and five World Championships .

After retirement Nykänen had personal problems, including a few divorces and alcohol abuse.


Matti Nykänen (FIN)

Image : Jakke Nikkarinen / Suomen MonetaCC BY 3.0,
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