Why is it called the forsbury flop in the high jump?

The "Fosbury Flop" is named after American high jumper Dick Fosbury, who popularized this technique in the late 1960s. Unlike traditional methods, where athletes faced the bar head-on, Fosbury's approach involves jumping backward over the bar, allowing for a more efficient clearance. His innovative technique led him to win a gold medal at the 1968 Olympics, transforming the sport and earning the style its distinctive name.