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.
Simone Biles Repost Sparks LA Olympics Comeback Speculation
Simone Biles’ social media activity sparks speculation about a possible LA 2028 return as questions around her comeback grow.
Cherie DeVaux Comes Full Circle as Louisville Mayor Honors Kentucky Derby Winner
Kentucky Derby winner Cherie DeVaux received honorary Louisville citizenship, marking an emotional full-circle moment in her racing journey.
Simone Biles’ Teammate Signals End to Gymnastics Career After LA Olympics
Simone Biles’ teammate Jade Carey confirms LA28 could mark the end of her gymnastics career after years of Olympic success.
Suspended Former World Record Holder Charged with Tampering in Doping Controversy
29-year-old Kenyan former half-marathon world record holder is facing fresh tampering charges while already under doping suspension.
USA Legend Ends 7-Year Retirement to Chase Failed Olympics Dream
USA cycling star ends seven-year retirement and targets unexpected Olympic comeback for Los Angeles 2028 team pursuit dream
USA’s Quincy Wilson Put to Test as ‘Next’ Usain Bolt Confirms Gold Medal Hopes
Quincy Wilson faces rising pressure as Australia’s Gout Gout strengthens gold hopes, setting up a new global sprint rivalry moment.
Ilia Malinin Faces Reality Check From 3X Olympic Gold Medalist
Ilia Malinin faces scrutiny after Olympic setback as Olympic gold medalist questions comparison and skating legacy debate intensifies.
Cherie DeVaux Reveals Real Reason Golden Tempo Is Skipping Triple Crown Pursuit
Cherie DeVaux makes an honest admission about Golden Tempo as the Triple Crown schedule debate intensifies across horse racing.
Kenny Bednarek Gets Honest on Fellow Sprinter’s Legal Battle Against Puma
US Olympic medalist reacts to Abby Steiner’s Puma lawsuit, highlighting growing debate around carbon-plated sprint shoe technology.
Gout Gout’s Unconventional Coach That Bagged Him $4 Million From Adidas
The strict school coach who spotted Gout Gout’s talent before helping guide him toward Adidas’ reported $32 million deal
Preakness Stakes Breaks 151-Year Tradition With Historic Move to Laurel Park
Preakness Stakes breaks 151-year tradition as race moves from Pimlico to Laurel Park for rare historic venue change in 2026.
Usain Bolt-Named Track Left in Darkness as Global Medalists Train in Dangerous, Failing Conditions
National commentator exposes long-standing lighting and safety issues at Usain Bolt’s former UWI Jamaican training centre.