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Matti HeikkinenFinnish skier
Date of Birth: 19.12.1983
Country:  Finland |
Content:
- Early Career and World Cup Debut
- Olympic and World Championship Success
- Sochi Olympics and Tour de Ski
- Later Career and Legacy
- Personal Life and Endorsements
Early Career and World Cup Debut
Heikki Hiirikoski, a Finnish cross-country skier, began his World Cup journey in 2002. His breakthrough came in December 2009 when he earned his first World Cup victory on the stage in Davos, Switzerland.
Olympic and World Championship Success
Hiirikoski made his Olympic debut at the 2010 Winter Games in Vancouver, participating in several events. At the 2009 World Championships in Liberec, he claimed two bronze medals. His crowning achievement came at the 2011 World Championships in Holmenkollen, where he captured the gold medal in the 15-kilometer classic race.
Sochi Olympics and Tour de Ski
In 2014, Hiirikoski competed in four events at the Winter Olympics in Sochi, earning a sixth-place finish in the relay. During the 2017 season, he secured two podium finishes in the Tour de Ski stages but finished fifth overall.
Later Career and Legacy
In 2017, Hiirikoski won a bronze medal in the 50-kilometer freestyle mass start at the World Championships in Lahti. He retired in 2018 with numerous accolades to his name, including two World Cup victories, one World Championship gold medal, and two World Championship bronze medals.
Personal Life and Endorsements
Hiirikoski resides in Jyväskylä, Finland, with his wife and two children. He is a proud user of Salomon skis and boots.
