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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Issam Asinga’s Assurance: ‘See You Soon’ Message as Budapest 23 Looms

Issam Asinga promised his fans, "See you soon," shortly after Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) announced he was provisionally suspended from the…

By Anthony Foster 3 Min Read

Injury Sidelines Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone from Budapest 23 400m Showdown

The much-anticipated clash at the Budapest 23 World Athletics Championships, the women's 400m featuring Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, Shaunae Miller-Uibo, and Marileidy…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Tobi Amusan Glimpses Hope for Budapest 23 Title Defense

The reigning World 100m hurdles champion, Tobi Amusan, is on edge as she awaits a pivotal decision from World Athletics…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Issam Asinga’s Budapest 23 Hopes Crushed by Suspension

In a stunning turn of events, the promising path of emerging sprint sensation Issam Asinga has taken an unforeseen detour…

By Anthony Foster 3 Min Read

Jamaican Victor Thomas to Join USTFCCCA Coaches Hall of Fame

The United States Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) has unveiled its distinguished list of inductees for…

By Anthony Foster 4 Min Read

Rusheen McDonald Among 400m Entries, Ashanti Moore to Run 200m at Budapest 23

Rusheen McDonald has been named in the men's 400m entries, and Ashanti Moore is slated to run the women's 200m…

By Anthony Foster 3 Min Read

Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce: No Intentions for Budapest’s 200m Sprint

Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce had no intention of competing in the women's 200m event at the Budapest 23 World Athletics Championships scheduled…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Jamaica a No-Show, Nigeria Dominates Women’s 100m at 2023 Commonwealth Youth Games

The 2023 Commonwealth Youth Games bore witness to an absence of Jamaican sprinters in the women's 100m event, which Nigerians…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

Tia Clayton Triumphs: Jamaica’s Sprint Talents Conquer Meeting Brazzale Vicenza 2023

In their recent appearance at the Meeting Brazzale Vicenza 2023 in Italy on Tuesday, August 8, Tia Clayton emerged as…

By Anthony Foster 2 Min Read

USATF Unveils Strong Contingent of 139 Athletes for World Athletics Championships Budapest 23

USATF has unveiled an impressive lineup of 139 athletes for the upcoming World Athletics Championships Budapest 23. Scheduled to unfold…

By Anthony Foster 9 Min Read

Stunning fusion of art and sport – World Athletics Championships Budapest 23 medals unveiled

The unique medals for the World Athletics Championships Budapest 23 have just been revealed. Organizers have infused distinct features to…

By Anthony Foster 4 Min Read

Shaunae Miller-Uibo and Steven Gardiner Lead Bahamas’ Charge at Budapest 2023

Shaunae Miller-Uibo and Steven Gardiner, the Bahamas' finest athletes, are poised to lead their nation's charge at the upcoming Budapest…

By Anthony Foster 3 Min Read