Anthony Foster

Anthony Foster is a renowned Jamaican sports journalist, honored twice as the Jamaica sports journalist of the year (in 2004 and 2005). His journalistic achievements are globally recognized. Notably, he authored an award-winning article on Usain Bolt, the iconic 6-time Olympic champion, 11-time World champion, and record holder for the sprint double. This significant piece was published in the Jamaica Gleaner in 2004. Anthony's extensive coverage includes prestigious events such as the Olympic Games in Beijing 2008, London 2012, and Rio 2016. He has also provided coverage for seven (7) World Athletics Championships held between 2007 and 2022, alongside various other international sporting events. Noteworthy mentions comprise his coverage of the 2007 World Cup of cricket and his cherished experience reporting on the 2004 clash between his favorite football team, Argentina, and the USA.
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Thompson, Fraser-Pryce, Miller-Uibo headline Caribbean Women To Diamond League Final

Ten Jamaican female athletes have booked places to the 2019 IAAF Diamond League Final in Zurich (29 August) and Brussels…

By Anthony Foster 3 Min Read

Allen beats Bloomfield; Bennett, McPherson Win In Italy

Nathon Allen finished ahead of Akeem Bloomfield at Tuesday’s (27 Aug) Palio Città della Quercia meeting in Rovereto, Italy.

By Anthony Foster 6 Min Read

Yohan Blake Confident Ahead Of Diamond League Final

Yohan Blake is beaming with confidence ahead of this weekend's Diamond League final in Zurich on 29 August. He faces…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Jamaican athlete test positive

A Jamaican track and field athlete has tested positive for a prohibited substance. According to reports reaching Trackalerts.com, the athlete…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Asafa Finishes 7th, But Mowatt, Malone Win In Madrid

Asafa Powell finished 7th, but Kemar Mowatt and Chantel Malone were Caribbean winners at today's (25 Aug) IAAF World Challenge…

By Anthony Foster 6 Min Read

Asafa Powell Faces Gatlin In Search For 98th Sub-10 In Zagreb

Asafa Powell goes in search of his 98th sub-10 seconds clocking at the 69th Hanžeković Memorial, an  IAAF World Challenge meeting…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

David Rudisha Escapes With Minor Injuries From Car Accident

World 800 meters record holder David Rudisha escaped with minor injuries from a car accident on Sunday (25 Aug) in…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Goule Finishes 2nd, Lyles Runs 19.65 In Paris

Natoya Goule broke two minutes for the fourth time this season. She ran 1:58.59 today (24 Aug) for second at…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Christopher Taylor Says He’s Back

Jamaica's rising star Christopher Taylor declared he's 'back' and thank his handlers for the work done with him. "I am…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Watch: Akeem Bloomfield Wins 400m At Birmingham Diamond League

Akeem Bloomfield topped the men’s 400m at Sunday’s (18 Aug) Birmingham Diamond League. Bloomfield won the event in 45.04 seconds

By Anthony Foster 0 Min Read

Skeen Promises Long-Awaited Return

Jamaica's 2012 World U20 bronze medallist Odean Skeen has promised his "Long-Awaited Return Shall Soon Come." His last race was…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Danielle Williams Beats Kendra Harrison To Win Birmingham DL 100H

Danielle Williams blew away a strong field to win the women’s 100m hurdles at Sunday’s (18 Aug) Birmingham Diamond League.

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read