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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
By Aino Vnnen

Crowds brave sub-zero temperatures to watch reindeer racing near Russian border

Hundreds of spectators braved sub-zero temperatures in the remote Finnish town of Salla this past weekend to witness the Salla Reindeer Cup, a traditional racing event that has thrilled audiences for decades.

Approximately 1,000 spectators gathered for the competition, held in the frigid conditions of Salla, a town situated near the Russian border, some 264 kilometres (164 miles) northeast of Oulu.

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