TNR Gold Grants Options

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, Sep 2, 2008 (Marketwire via COMTEX News Network) --

TNR Gold Corp. ("TNR") (TSX VENTURE:TNR)(PINK SHEETS:TRRXF) advises that 1,450,000 incentives stock options have been granted to directors, officers, employees, and consultants of the company. The options are exercisable at 20 cents per share for a period of five years, subject to regulatory approval. These options are subject to a four-month hold period.

ABOUT TNR GOLD CORP.

TNR is a base and precious metals exploration company focused on aggressively identifying new prospective projects as well as fostering work on its large portfolio of 17 properties in Argentina and Alaska. The company's focus over the next 12 months is the exploration and development of its Eureka, El Salto, and El Tapau in Argentina as well as Iliamna and Shotgun projects in Alaska.

On behalf of the board,

Gary Schellenberg, President

Statements in this press release other than purely historical information, historical estimates should not be relied upon, including statements relating to the Company's future plans and objectives or expected results, are forward-looking statements. News release contains certain "Forward-Looking Statements" within the meaning of Section 21E of the United States Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Forward-looking statements are based on numerous assumptions and are subject to all of the risks and uncertainties inherent in the Company's business, including risks inherent in resource exploration and development. As a result, actual results may vary materially from those described in the forward-looking statements.

CUSIP: #87260X 109

SEC 12g3-2(b): Exemption #82-4434

SOURCE: TNR Gold Corp.

TNR Gold Corp. Gary Schellenberg President (604) 687-7551 or 1-800-667-4470 (604) 687-4670 (FAX) Email: info@tnrgoldcorp.com Website: www.tnrgoldcorp.com

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