Greg Foster (hurdler)

Greg Foster (August 4, 1958 – February 19, 2023) was an American track and field athlete, specializing in the 110-meter hurdles. He was a three-time world champion in the event, winning gold medals at the 1983, 1987, and 1991 World Athletics Championships.

Foster also won a silver medal at the 1984 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. He was known for his powerful start and aggressive hurdling technique. He held the American record in the 50-meter hurdles for many years.

Throughout his career, Foster faced competition from other prominent hurdlers, including Renaldo Nehemiah and Roger Kingdom. He was inducted into the USA Track & Field Hall of Fame in 2002. After retiring from competition, he worked as a track and field coach. His death in 2023 was attributed to amyloidosis, a rare disease he had been battling for some time.