A Zurich native is hoping to race his way to a great finish at the Obstacle Course Racing World Championships.
Tyler Merner, a 17-year-old from Zurich, Ontario, placed 1st in the 13-17 year age group, and 38th overall in Open Competitive Division 3km, 15 obstacles, Short Course Championship today. There was also a Pro Division. He will race tomorrow afternoon in the 13-17 year, 15km, 50 obstacles, Standard Course Championship. He is hoping for a top 10 finish.
The event is taking place in the Blue Mountains in Collingwood. There are 42 countries competing.
