Tim Fraser

BIOGRAPHY

Canberra’s Tim Fraser made his Australian team debut at the 2023 World University Games, where he placed 23rd in the 20k walk. In the heat of Chengdu China, he clocked 1:50.36 – well outside his PB of 1:23.35.

In 2024 Tim twice lowered his 20km walk PB, clocking 1:22.03 (in Adelaide) then 1:21.01 in China in the cooler month of March. In April he placed 51st in the 20km Walk at the World Race Walking Teams Championship.

His progression continued in 2025, claiming silver in the National 20km walk in a massive PB time of 1:19.43 – #10 Australian all-time. In July he placed 6th at his second World University Games.

In August he was named in the Australian team for the Tokyo World Championships.

What Inspired you to pursue your sport: The social circles I got into, as well as the opportunities

to travel and have many different experiences…Hero: Jared Tallent, because he wasn’t just a racewalking legend, but an Australian icon with countless achievements. He also ended up becoming my coach…

Biggest challenge faced: I’ve had a fair share of horrendous results in international races. It can be a massive challenge just rocking up to the next one and not psyching myself out and trying to put the bad results behind me…Hobbies: playstation,..Advice to younger self: Keep figuring it out bud, you’ll work out what exactly you’re doing when you need to but for now, just enjoy the ride and the experiences you’re making.

@ 10 Sept 2025 david.tarbotton@athletics.org.au