The annual Midsummer Games athletics competition commenced in Kuortane, Finland on Saturday, with field events beginning in the early afternoon. Oliver Helander delivered a notable performance with a strong throw, though specific details weren’t provided. The main events are scheduled to begin at 4:00 PM local time, featuring a lineup of prominent athletes. Ilona Mononen will compete in the 3000-meter race, while Daniel Ståhl will participate in the discus throw. Hammer throwers Silja Kosonen and Krista Tervo are also set to compete. Additionally, Saara Keskitalo, the national record holder in the 100-meter hurdles, will be racing.