
Disita Sikdar is a Senior Olympic Sports Writer at EssentiallySports, specializing in track and field, gymnastics, and wrestling. She has covered the 2024 Paris Olympics live, with in-depth reporting on Simone Biles, including writings on exclusive interviews with Biles’ coach and choreographer. Disita is drawn to the adrenaline of track and field and the split-second moments that make history. She also finds the grace and risk of gymnastics equally compelling, capturing stories that go beyond scores to show the pressure athletes face on the beam and in life. Disita also has a passion for content strategy, understanding how the right headline and timing can make a story impossible to scroll past. Certified through EssentiallySports’ Journalistic Excellence Program and a co-author of a literary anthology, she brings a unique narrative edge to her sports journalism.
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Spoiling Gable Steveson’s Final Season, Wyatt Hendrickson Touches Down on Following Kyle Dake and David Taylor’s Legacy
Wyatt Hendrickson stuns Gable Steveson, claims NCAA title, and channels quiet strength to inspire the next generation.

Mya Lesnar’s Future in Air as Wrestling Fans Make Hot Predictions Over Brock Lesnar’s Daughter’s Next Move
Mya Lesnar stuns with NCAA shot put title, sparking fan buzz over what’s next for Brock Lesnar’s dominant daughter.

Hezly Rivera and Co Help USA Gymnastics Establish Dominance in Absence of Top Stars
Jayla Hang and Hezly Rivera lead Team USA to dominant start at Pan Ams, proving strength even without Biles or Andrade.

Getting $300,000 Richer From Grand Slam Track, Melissa Jefferson’s Tribute Earns Fans’ Attention
Melissa Jefferson-Wooden shines in Grand Slam Track, earning $300K and fan praise with record-breaking sprints and heartfelt tribute.

Shattered After Losing Olympic Opportunity, Penn State Gymnastics Star Bags Major Honor With Team USA in the Driver’s Seat
American gymnastics star earns Pan Am silver after Olympic setback, helping Team USA take charge and marking a powerful comeback story.

Biggest Issue With Grand Slam Track’s Sudden End Revealed as American Analyst Drops Harsh Reality Check
Grand Slam Track’s LA meet cancellation sparks debate as analyst warns of deeper fallout for league and sport’s future.

11x World Record Holder Mondo Duplantis Shatters Another Record as American Rival Falters at Diamond League
Mondo Duplantis sets another pole vault record in Oslo as rival from America struggles, widening the gap in Diamond League dominance.

Julien Alfred Dominates Field as Noah Lyles’ Training Partner Disappoints Despite Best Performance
Julien Alfred blazes to 10.89s win in Oslo, outshining Noah Lyles' training partner Daryll Neita in a powerful sprint statement.

Smashing Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone’s Record, American Star Makes Major Goals After Diamond League Dominance
American track star stuns in Oslo with Diamond League win, breaking McLaughlin-Levrone's record and eyeing global dominance next.

Major Blow for Track and Field as Michael Johnson’s Grand Slam Track Faces Shocking End
Michael Johnson’s Grand Slam Track hits major snag as LA meet gets canceled, casting doubt on league’s future stability.

Jordan Anthony Sends Strong Message to America as NCAA Track and Field Star Under Massive Pressure After Latest Performance
Jordan Anthony stays confident under pressure after NCAA 100m heat, aiming to bounce back and prove his sprinting dominance.

EXCLUSIVE: Simone Biles Declared Most Dominant Athlete in Men and Women Gymnastics by Ohio Star
In an exclusive interview with EssentiallySports, NCAA star from Ohio State hails Simone Biles as the most dominant gymnast ever.
