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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Fraser-Pryce wins in 10.98, Blake dips under 10s at London DL

Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce and Yohan Blake broke 11-secs and 10-secs barriers respectively on Saturday at the IAAF Diamond League meet in…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Watch Shaunae Miller-Uibo 48.97 race #MonacoDL

Miller-Uibo blazed around the track in 48.97secs, a new world-leading mark, Diamond League record, meeting record and national record.

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Stars to battle at NACAC Championships

Several world-class athletes are down to compete at next month's NACAC Championships. The event will be held on August 10-12 at…

By Anthony Foster 3 Min Read

Miller-Uibo, Goule run PBs at Monaco DL

The Bahamian darling blazed around the track in 48.97secs, a new world-leading mark, Diamond League record, meeting record and national…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Athletics World mourns Cuban hero

Victor Lopez, president of the North American, Central American and Caribbean (NACAC) Track and Field Association, "expressed condolences" to former…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Thompson, Fraser-Pryce in Jamaica’s team for NACAC Championships

Olympic Games gold medallists, Elaine Thompson and Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, are in Jamaica’s team for the NACAC Championships.

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Kai Chang delivers as Jamaica finish with record medal haul

Kai Chang won the men's discus gold medal on Sunday's (15 July) final day of the 17th IAAF World U20…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Britany Anderson wins 100H silver at World U20 Championships

Britany Anderson added another international medal to her collection. This was done on Sunday's (15 July) final day of the…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Jamaica break 4×1 NJR in silver medal run at World U20 Championships

Jamaica’s 4x100m male team of described their silver medal achievement at Saturday's (July 14) World U20 Championships as “amazing feeling.”

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Ato Boldon praises Briana Williams historic feat

Briana Williams, the 16-year-old ran a Champion Record 22.50 seconds to become the World U20 200m champion. Her coach Ato…

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VCB’s 2000 achievement inspired Briana Williams

Briana Williams became the youngest sprint double champion at a World U20 Championships. Jamaica's Veronica Campbell-Brown won the sprint double…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Briana Williams completes historic World U20 sprint double

Jamaica's Briana Williams was in stunning form on Saturday. The 16-year-old ran a Champion Record 22.50 seconds to become the…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read