{"id":2958,"date":"2025-06-14T11:46:38","date_gmt":"2025-06-14T08:46:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jukola.com\/2025\/?p=2958"},"modified":"2025-06-15T07:04:32","modified_gmt":"2025-06-15T04:04:32","slug":"jukolas-seven-brothers-run-into-the-wild-nordic-forests","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/jukola.com\/2025\/en\/jukolas-seven-brothers-run-into-the-wild-nordic-forests\/","title":{"rendered":"Jukola\u2019s Seven Brothers Run into the Wild Nordic Forests"},"content":{"rendered":"

On stage at the media event, athletes appeared cheerful and mentally prepared. Everyone agreed: the hilly terrain of Tikkala in Mikkeli demands careful route choices and top-level fitness. Strong performances at Tiomila have boosted teams toward the season\u2019s highlight \u2014 the Mikkeli Jukola. Orienteers have been arriving since yesterday and this morning, their minds focused on improving last year\u2019s Jukola results.<\/span><\/p>\n

Helsingin Suunnistajat \u2013 the Top Favourite<\/b><\/p>\n

Arttu Syrj\u00e4l\u00e4inen<\/strong>, originally from Mikkeli, will run the fifth leg for Helsingin Suunnistajat team number 1. He\u2019s thrilled to be competing on his home turf and recalled how, back in 2009, he admired his orienteering idols from the crowd. Now, he gets to sleep in his own bed and enjoy his father\u2019s cooking, while the rest of the team stays in a rented cabin. On stage, he also greeted his former Finnish teacher, who asked about life in his current home city, Helsinki.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cI enjoy living in Helsinki, especially because of work, but I would gladly live here in Mikkeli, too,\u201d said the cheerful national youth team coach.<\/span>
\n<\/span> He concluded by saying that the ancient forests and magnificent hills are close to his heart \u2014 and that his team is well-prepared.<\/span><\/p>\n

Ikaalisten Nouseva-Voima Looking to Lead After the First Leg?<\/b><\/p>\n

Juho Ylinen<\/strong> of Ikaalisten Nouseva-Voima team number 1 will start the relay for his team \u2014 for the fifth time. As an experienced first-leg runner, he emphasized the special skills needed to pace the start correctly and position the team well for the rest of the race. His goal is clear: to be among the leaders at the first exchange, perhaps even in the lead.<\/span>
\n<\/span>Spectators would do well to keep an eye on Ylinen, known for never skipping training regardless of weather conditions. Mikkeli\u2019s first leg offers a great course \u2014 perhaps even one for a dramatic sprint finish.<\/span><\/p>\n

Strong Swedish and Norwegian Teams Pose Tough Competition<\/b><\/p>\n

Kornelius Kriszat-L\u00f6vfald<\/strong> from Swedish team OK Linn\u00e9 number 1 stated that they\u2019re aiming to turn last year\u2019s silver into gold. Their strengths lie in experience and endurance, with especially strong runners assigned to legs 4 and 5 \u2014 key to the team\u2019s success.<\/span>
\n<\/span> \u201cThe course is demanding,\u201d he said, \u201cbut we\u2019ve prepared well.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

From Norway, Eirik Langedal Breivik<\/strong> of NTNUI team 1 (the Norwegian University of Science and Technology’s sports club) reflected on their 7th place finish at last year\u2019s Jukola. This year, the goal is clearly higher. A strong showing at Tiomila has fueled the team\u2019s drive to fight for a top spot.<\/span>
\n<\/span>As in previous years, the changeover area might again deliver some surprising twists.<\/span><\/p>\n

A cheerful crowd welcomed the athletes at the town square, basking in beautiful sunshine. Tomorrow, Mikkeli will reveal its finest features to the orienteers \u2014 with mirrored forest lakes and even summer heat in the forecast.<\/span><\/p>\n

Good luck in the demanding terrain!<\/span><\/p>\n

Text: Sari Noponen<\/b><\/p>\n

Translation: Sari Parkkinen<\/b><\/p>\n

Photo: Mika Luukkonen<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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