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Tyler Christopher

Born: October 3, 1983
Birthplace: Chilliwack, British Columbia
Residence: Edmonton, Alberta
HomeTown: Edmonton, Alta.
Sports: Athletics
Height: 186 cm

Tyler Christopher Bio

Sprinter Tyler Christopher has set three Canadian records in 2008, in the 300m and 400m (twice) - most recently in finishing first in the 400m at the World Indoor Athletics Championships in Valencia, Spain. Christopher won bronze at the 2005 World Championships and was named Athletics Canada Outstanding Overall Athlete that year. He is making his Olympics debut in Beijing.

Tyler Christopher in The News

Oakville's Van Koeverden advances to kayak finals

August 18, 2008

Canadian track athletes unloved
Canada looks to end the drought in athletics
Canadian athletes warm up at London Grand Prix
Canada pins hopes on Christopher, Reed to end medal drought

Tyler Christopher in Photos

Tyler Christopher out of mens 400m

August 18, 2008

LUCAS OLENIUK/TORONTO STAR

Tyler Christopher's quest for an Olympic medal came to an end August 18, 2008 in Beijing when he failed to qualify in the men's 400m at the National Stadium.

Tyler Christopher in Videos

Tyler Christopher on eliminating distractions

May 27, 2008

Canadian track and field athlete Tyler Christopher talks about the importance of eliminating distractions as you gear up for the Olympics – even if it includes family.

Athletics in the News

Poor exchanges hurt team says Pickering's Anson Henry

August 22, 2008

Pickering resident pleased with maiden Olympics
Henry and Canadian relay team advances to final; U.S. eliminated
Ankle injury hampers Forrester's performance
Bronze, baby.. for Durham Region dynamo
 
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