St. Charles’ Tyler Gunnarson places 4th in 800m U-20 race at World Abilitysport Games

Gunnarson is representing Team USA at the international event in Thailand.

St. Charles Native 4th World Ability Sports Race

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(ABC 6 News) — St. Charles native Tyler Gunnarson is off to a good start for Team USA as the former Saint began his run in the 2023 World Abilitysport Games Tuesday.

Gunnarson placed fourth in the wheelchair 800m U-20 event, finishing with a time of 1:48.70, a new personal record.

The former Saint also participated in the 1500m and 200m races early Wednesday morning.