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 backs Bolt for 100/200 double #Rio2016

Bolt would become the first man in history to win three straight Olympic Games 100m/200m double. He first tasted historic…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Kirani James reflects on the merit of LaShawn’s double

Merritt is the world leader in both the men’s 200m, 19.74 and 400m, 43.97. He also had other 200m times…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Russell will run #Rio2016

Russell, the third fastest one-lap obstacle runner in the world this year, missed the Jamaica Trials, but was given until…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Brown, Fisher look set for Rio 2016

According to the latest IAAF newsletter, published July 28, both MVP athletes are eligible to represent the Middle East country…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Keni Harrison breaks World 100H record

USA's Keni Harrison has broken the 100m hurdles world record at the IAAF Diamond League meeting in London, clocking 12.20…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

Kim Collins is back #Rio2016

Hours before the then 36-year-old was supposed to line-up in the men's 100m first round, he was withdrawn from competition…

By Anthony Foster 3 Min Read

VIDEO: Tiffany James, Gold 400m #WU20Champs

The Mico University College student, coached by 1983 World 400m champion Bertland Cameron, ran a lifetime best 51.32 to take…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

VIDEO: St Fort, bronze medal 100m #WU20Champs

Her time of 11.18secs was only bettered by American Candace Hill, who beat her last year for World Youth title,…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

VIDEO: St Fort 11.18, beaten by Hill 11.07 #WU20Champs

The 18-year-old, who will next represent her country at the Rio Olympic Games, secured her place on the medal podium…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

St. Fort takes bronze #WU20Champs

The 18-year-old, who will next represent her country at the Rio Olympic Games, secured her place on the medal podium…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read

VIDEO: Tiffany James, 400m Gold #WU20Champs

James ran a life time best 51.32 to take the top spot in the one lap event.

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James strikes gold for Jamaica #WU20Champs

The Mico University College student, coached by 1983 World 400m champion Bertland Cameron, ran a life time best 51.32 to…

By Anthony Foster 1 Min Read