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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James, Merritt, VCB and Gatlin join Powell for Grenada Invitational

Jamaica’s Asafa Powell, who helped Jamaica to gold in the men’s 4x100m in Rio, was the first high profile name…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Bolt is 32nd ranked Highest-Paid Athletes

According to Forbes Magazine, Bolt, who completed the triple treble at the Rio Olympic Games, is 32nd ranked among the…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Indoor results from around the world, Dec 18

HAMPTON (USA, Dec 17): At Winter Break Invitational indoor high school meet Amira Aduma clocked 7.03 in girls 55m.  WINSTON…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Bolt shocked, but JAAA explains no-vote on IAAF reform

At an IAAF Special Congress in Monaco last weekend, members were asked to vote on several points, in one package,…

By Anthony Foster 3 Min Read

Diamond League takes on championship style with $3.2 million in prizes

From next season, athletes will earn points in the first 12 IAAF Diamond League meetings to qualify for two final…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Team Australia squad announced for Nitro Athletics

Selected from an exceptional number of more than 150 nominees, the Team Australia Squad sees an impressive collection of Australian…

By Anthony Foster 5 Min Read

Coe’s IAAF reform gets overwhelming support

“We must protect our sport,” said Coe. “We must put in place the structures that will keep our sport and…

By Anthony Foster 3 Min Read

Rudisha says Bolt “will be missed” from the track

David Rudisha, has said that Usain Bolt “will be missed” from the sport of track and field.

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Bolt wins 6th IAAF Male Athlete Award

Bolt, dressed in black jacket suite with white under shirt and red tie, collected his award at the Salle des…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Adidas ends sponsorship deal with IAAF

"Adidas and the IAAF have agreed to terminate their existing partnership agreement in mutual agreement at the end of 2016,"…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Bolt rules out lowering 200m WR

Track and field legend Usain Bolt has ruled out lowering his 200m world record.

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Joyner-Kersee withdrawal hands Lananna USATF presidency

Hightower, who is stepping down after eight years in office, was last year elected as an IAAF Council member.

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read