Lydia Wideman is a retired cross-country skier from Finland and the first female Olympic medalist in cross-country skiing.
Achievements
In 1952 she competed in thirteen 10 km races and won all of them, including the 1952 Winter Olympics, national championships and Lahti Ski Games. In particular, Tyyne won the national 10 km title in 1949–1951, beating Lidya in 1951, but retiring the same year.
Membership
Many members of her family were skilled cross-country skiers.
