Ritva Lemettinen

Ritva Lemettinen is a former Finnish long-distance runner who made significant contributions to the sport in the 1990s. She is best known for her impressive marathon performances, including setting a Finnish record in 1995 that was later matched by Alisa Vainio in 2023. Lemettinen competed at a high level, representing Finland in various international competitions and earning respect for her endurance and competitive spirit.