Telecom operator Elisa used 5G network to broadcast the Jukola Relay race to the public.
The orienteering relay race took place in Kauhava, Finland, with runners navigating through a forest race course from checkpoint to checkpoint.
This year, audiences could follow the progress of the top competitors. The 5G network was also used to provide high quality video from the race. The remote forest location made it challenging project.
“We started preparing for the event well in advance, including expanding the 5G network in the event area. During the event, we also brought three mobile trailer base stations to the area”, said Sami Rajamäki, Vice President of Network Services at Elisa.
