Olympics Writer
Maleeha Shakeel is a Senior Olympic Sports Writer at EssentiallySports, known for covering some of the biggest moments in global sport. From the World Athletics Championships 2023 to the Paris Olympics 2024 and the Winter Cup 2025, she has reported live on events that define sporting history. Her coverage has also been cited by Olympics.com on its official platform.
Whether breaking developments in real time, such as her widely-followed live blog on Jordan Chiles’ medal revocation, or crafting feature stories that explore the mental and emotional journeys of athletes, Maleehah’s work blends accuracy, clarity, and storytelling flair to resonate with fans worldwide.
As part of EssentiallySports’ Journalistic Excellence Program, an in-house initiative to hone advanced reporting, editorial strategy, and audience-focused writing, she has developed a distinct voice that focuses on people, pressure, and pivotal moments. From chronicling Sha’Carri Richardson’s sprints to capturing Letsile Tebogo’s rise, her reporting offers readers insight beyond the scoreboard.
Olympic Gold Medalist Tara Lipinski Reveals Juggling Daughter’s Joy in Figure Skating Legacy (Exclusive)
Olympic Champion Tara Lipinski Opens Up on Motherhood, Daughter Georgie, Career, and Passing Her Love for Figure Skating to Her Daughter
Track and Field Community Shower Blessings for Olympic Champion’s Baby
Olympic champion Jasmine Camacho-Quinn welcomes first baby as track and field stars celebrate her new chapter
“Not Easy”: Simone Biles’ Rival Clears Up on Comeback Plans Ahead of LA28
Rebeca Andrade drops famous Gienger as Simone Biles weighs LA28 return after their memorable Paris Olympic showdown.
Absolute Chaos Over LA Olympic Tickets Ahead of Simone Biles’ Potentially Final Gymnastics Event
LA28 gymnastics tickets soar as fans face steep prices, raising fears many could miss Simone Biles’ potential final Olympic appearance.
“It’s a Competitive Sport”: Olympic Gymnast Defends Simone Biles, Suni Lee and Others Returning to Win Another Gold
Commonwealth silver medalist suspended days after historic victory as doping allegation casts shadow over breakthrough performance
Athlete Who Won Silver Medal Just a Week Ago Suspended Over Doping Claims
Commonwealth silver medalist suspended days after historic victory as doping allegation casts shadow over breakthrough performance
London’s 2029 World Athletics Bid Clears Major Hurdle Months After Keely Hodgkinson’s Cheeky Dig
London’s 2029 World Athletics bid survives West Ham dispute months after Keely Hodgkinson’s cheeky stadium comment.
World Athletics Responds as Wildfire Smoke Raises Air Quality Concerns at U20 Championships
World Athletics responds to wildfire smoke as air quality concerns grow during the World U20 Championships in Eugene.
Sha’Carri Richardson Escapes Jail Time in 104 MPH Speeding Case But Faces a Penalty
Sha’Carri Richardson avoids jail in 104 mph speeding case, accepting penalties after plea deal while turning focus back to her sprint career.
Nigerian Athlete Turns Commonwealth Silver Into World U20 Championships Gold in Just 9 Days
Jessica Oji turns Commonwealth silver into historic World U20 gold, making Nigerian athletics history in an unforgettable nine-day journey.
Noah Lyles Reacts as Americans End Decade-Long Wait at World U20 Championships
Noah Lyles celebrates as Tate Taylor and Mia Maxwell lead Team USA to a historic 100m sweep at World U20 Championships.
Olympic Champion Opens Up on “Unfinished Business” as She Reverses Retirement Decision After 4 Years
Eve Muirhead ends her four-year retirement, returning to curling after overcoming injury, depression, and personal setbacks.