Kalle Palander


Kalle Markus Palander is a Finnish retired alpine skier, the most successful male Finn ever in the sport.
In 1999 Palander won the world championship in slalom. He also won the Alpine skiing World Cup in slalom during the 2002-2003 season, and was fourth in the overall standings. Palander has also been successful in giant slalom. He is known for his relaxed attitude and for wearing a red toque instead of a helmet when participating in slalom competitions.

World Cup victories

Overall victories

World Cup victories

DateLocationRace
26 January 2003 KitzbühelSlalom
28 January 2003 SchladmingSlalom
2 March 2003 YongpyongSlalom
8 March 2003 ShigakogenSlalom
23 November 2003 Park CitySlalom
14 December 2003 Alta BadiaGiant slalom
4 January 2004 FlachauSlalom
24 January 2004 KitzbühelSlalom
7 February 2004 AdelbodenGiant slalom
14 March 2004 SestrièreSlalom
24 January 2006 SchladmingSlalom
11 March 2006 ShigakogenSlalom
17 December 2006 Alta BadiaGiant slalom
16 December 2007 Alta BadiaGiant slalom