Teams 3 (1998, 2002, 2006) Seasons 12 World cup debut December 1996 Medals 1 (1 gold) Height 1.78 m | Teams 6 Role Alpine skier Medals 0 (0 gold) Name Kalle Palander | |
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Born May 2, 1977 (age 46)
Tornio, Finland ( 1977-05-02 ) Spouse Riina-Maija Palander (m. 2007) Children Romeo Palander, Mona Lisa Palander, Oda-Sofia Palander | ||
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Kalle Markus Palander (born May 2, 1977 in Tornio) is a Finnish retired alpine skier, the most successful male Finn ever in the sport.
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In 1999 Palander won the world championship in slalom. He also won the Alpine skiing World Cup in slalom during the 2002–2003 season, and was fourth in the overall standings. Palander has also been successful in giant slalom. He is known for his relaxed attitude and for wearing a red toque instead of a helmet when participating in slalom competitions.
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