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Sami Heinonen

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Years Active 1995 - 2002
Born January 1, 1973
Height 1.96m
Weight 135kg
Country 🇫🇮 Finland
Retired

Competition Statistics

22 Total Contests
3 Total Wins
1995 - 2002 Years Active

International

13 Contests
2 Wins

National

9 Contests
1 Wins

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Career Trajectory

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Personal Details

Full Name
Sami Heinonen
Date of Birth
January 1, 1973
Country
Finland

Physical Stats

Height
1.96m
Weight
135kg
Gender
Male

Career

Years Active
1995 - 2002
Status
Retired
Total Competitions
22
Total Wins
3

Last updated: February 23, 2026

See Also

Finland Athletes Rankings World Records

About Sami Heinonen

Sami Heinonen is a Finnish strongman athlete. Heinonen stands 196 cm (6'5") and competes at 135 kg (298 lbs). Currently 53 years old, Heinonen has left a mark in professional strongman.

Heinonen's competitive career spanned from 1995 to 2002. Across 22 competitions, Heinonen has claimed 3 wins. Heinonen's international record includes 13 competitions with 2 wins on the world stage.

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