Väinö Mäkelä

Väinö Mäkelä is a Finnish disc golfer from Turku who has quickly risen through the ranks to establish himself as one of Europe's promising young talents in the MPO division. Holding a PDGA rating of 1031, he currently sits at world rank 129, a notable 11-spot jump that signals his upward trajectory in competitive disc golf. Though still early in his career, he has already begun making his mark on the national and international stages, showing the potential to become a fixture in European tournament play.

Mäkelä’s early professional record shows he is still finding his footing at the highest level, with zero tournament victories, podium finishes, or major championship titles to his name. His 2026 season, featuring two events, has been a learning experience—posting a 26.5 average finish and earning $1,063 in prize money. With steady participation and a strong work ethic, he’s building the foundation for what could become a breakout season, one tournament result at a time.