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.
Inter Miami Boss Reportedly Discussed as Potential Challenger to Gianni Infantino for FIFA Presidency
David Beckham emerges as a potential Infantino challenger amid FIFA leadership tensions and growing calls for greater transparency.
“Discipline Isn’t a Punishment”: Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone Shares the Biggest Lesson for Her Newborn Daughter
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone shares the biggest lesson she hopes to teach newborn daughter through her journey as an athlete and mother.
Cristiano Ronaldo Leads Lionel Messi in New Ballon d’Or Contest Amid Portugal Fallout
Cristiano Ronaldo leads Lionel Messi in a Ballon d’Or fan contest as Wayne Rooney criticises his handling of Portugal’s ongoing fallout.
“Medical Class”: Athlete Jokes as He Flies Back Home on a Stretcher Weeks After Horror Crash
Ronan Augé jokes about his stretcher flight home after a horrific crash left him with multiple fractures and facial paralysis
“I Already Cried”: Skye Blakely Tops U.S. Women in Worlds Qualifying After Hezly Rivera’s Withdrawal
Skye Blakely leads U.S. women in world championships qualifying after Hezly Rivera withdraws with ankle injury.
U.S. Soccer Offers Condolences After Truck Kills Two at Youth Game in Kansas
U.S. Soccer has shared condolences after a truck entered a youth soccer field in Wichita, killing two people and injuring several others.
“You Look Like Catwoman”: Keely Hodgekinson’s Coach Shares First Reaction to Iconic Nike Speed Suit
Keely Hodgkinson’s coach reveals her honest first reaction to the runner’s bold Nike speed suit and the story behind its debut
Clayton Young Shares Emotional Confession After Racing Chicago Marathon Against Medical Advice
Clayton Young opens up about faith, his hamstring injury and the emotional decision to race the Chicago Marathon despite medical concerns
Russian Official Slams Government for Denying World Champion Chance to Defend Gold Medal
Russian official slams Netherlands as world champion Angelina Melnikova loses chance to defend her gold medal at World Championships
Olympic Gold Medalist Fights to Save Her Home as Demolition Threatens Her Future
Olympic gold medalist Linda Thom faces losing her Ottawa home after 51 years as a proposed demolition threatens her community and future.
2-Time Olympic Champion Makes Return to Gymnastics After 7 Years Absence
Aliya Mustafina returns to the World Championships as a coach, revisiting the arena where she won her first world all-around title.
Mikaela Shiffrin’s Fiancé Tears Achilles in Training Crash Just Days Before World Cup Season
Mikaela Shiffrin’s fiancé Aleksander Aamodt Kilde ruptures his Achilles tendon in Chile, days before the new World Cup season begins.
