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WhatsApp Message Sparks Mölkky Fame in Japan | Mini-News

WhatsApp Message Sparks Mölkky Fame in Japan

A WhatsApp message from his son in December 2023 introduces a man to Mölkky, a little-known Finnish sport. Inspired, he forms a team and unexpectedly gains celebrity status in Japan. The journey highlights his desire to represent his country in a unique way.

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