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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USA wins 4x100m re-run appeal #Rio2016

However, the team protested that Felix was impeded by the Brazilian athlete, which resulted in a poor baton exchange to…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Thompson completes #Rio2016 sprint double

The Stephen Francis-coached athlete became the first Jamaican to achieve the feat when she crossed the finish line in 21.78.

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Bolt drops 19.78 SB to quality for 200m final

Bolt was off to a fast start and covered Andre de Grasse, who was outside, long before he straightened.

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

USA quarter miler Dee Dee Trotter defends Miller’s Dip

But several fans of the sport, have since taken to social media to criticize the athlete’s victory, describing the “dive”…

By Anthony Foster 3 Min Read

Seymour does it for slain brother #Rio2016

Seymour, who had to play catch up, did so perfectly to cross the line behind American danger woman and former…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Shaunae Miller’s Mom Tells it all to Trackalerts.com

Her personal prophetess spoke to her about the vision, before she arrived in Rio, Her mom, Maybelene Miller, disclosed it…

By Anthony Foster 10 Min Read

McLeod captures 110m hurdles title #Rio2016

McLeod, who came into the games with a word leading time of 12.98, captured the biggest title of his career…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Thompson remains on course for sprint double #Rio2016

Thompson, who trailed Dafne Schippers off the curve, was smooth down the straight. The 100-metre champion, having realized she was…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Whyte races into 400m hurdles final #Rio2016

Whyte, who entered the semi-final as the fastest qualifier, proved to be a cut above the semi-final field, as he…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Jamaica’s trio into women’s 400h final #Rio2016

All three Jamaicans Janieve Russell, Ristananna Tracey and Leah Nugent are into the final of the women’s 400m hurdles here…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

McLeod races into 110H final #Rio2016

The world leader, who is the overwhelming favourite for the title, breezed through semi-final 2 in 13.15.

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Bolt, Blake, Ashmeade into 200m semis #Rio2016

Speaking after the race Bolt said….“It was okay, a little bit tired, but was expected. It’s the morning session and…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read