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.
“Can’t Really Look Beyond That”: Lindsey Vonn Gives Update on Next Surgery in Three Months
Lindsey Vonn reveals next surgery timeline as Olympic champion faces another long road to recovery after devastating crash and injuries
Noah Lyles reveals late US legend predicted Olympic final’s 200th-of-a-second difference
Noah Lyles reveals late US legend predicted his Olympic 100m final would be decided by just 0.005 seconds before Paris.
Mother and Son Found Guilty in Suni Lee Robbery Case as Stolen Property Recovered
Suni Lee’s stolen bronze bust has been recovered, with two facing felony charges as the Olympic champion begins her road back toward Olympics.
Ex-Sprinter Places Noah Lyles Over Usain Bolt to Cause Track and Field Drama
Former NCAA runner sparks debate by claiming Noah Lyles has done more for track and field than Usain Bolt, despite Bolt’s unmatched global impact.
Lindsey Vonn Pens Heartfelt Note for Roger Federer on Tennis Hall of Fame Induction
Lindsey Vonn shares tribute to Roger Federer after emotional Hall of Fame induction, celebrating their longtime friendship and his legacy
“Listened to My Doctor”: Lindsey Vonn Calms Fans’ Worries Over Competing Against Legends for 3+ Hours
Lindsey Vonn eases fans’ concerns after playing tennis for over three hours with legendary stars during her recovery
“Can’t Live Like This Anymore”: Noah Lyles Expresses the Moment When Everything Changed for Him in 7th Grade
Noah Lyles opens up about the seventh-grade moment that changed his life and made him fight to feel like himself again
Former World Record Holder Sparks National Controversy Over Next Career Path in Track
Former world record holder Liu Xiang sparks national controversy after facing a difficult career choice more than a decade after retirement.
Olympic Champion Suffers Embarrassing 8th Finish After Returning to Track Event
Olympic champion Letsile Tebogo suffers shock 8th-place finish after stepping up to 400m nine days after winning Lausanne 200m
Olympic Icon Shares LA Could Be Her Last Amid Veteran Athletes Reconsidering Retirement
Dina Asher-Smith calls LA 2028 likely final Olympics as track legends reconsider retirement ahead of another chapter in women’s sprinting
US Olympian Confirms Finding 76ers Jaylen Brown’s Camera From Swimming Training
US Olympian Michael Andrew makes surprising discovery after finding 76ers star Jaylen Brown’s lost camera underwater in Hawaii
Simone Biles Takes Brother Out to Meet Caitlin Clark, Sophie Cunningham and Indiana Feverst
Simone Biles brings brother along as she reunites with Caitlin Clark, Sophie Cunningham and Indiana Fever stars after big win
