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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.

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102-Year-Old Winter Olympics Drought Ends With a Gold Medal as Brazilian Skiier Makes History

Lucas Braathen wins Brazil’s first Winter Olympics gold, ending a 102-year South American medal drought with a historic giant slalom victory.

Sha’Carri Richardson Addresses Boyfriend Christian Coleman on Valentine’s Day After Difficult Times

Sha’Carri Richardson shares heartfelt Valentine’s day message for Christian Coleman, showing love and support despite recent troubles

Team USA’s Brady Tkachuk Gets Physical With Team Denmark at Milan Winter Olympics

Brady Tkachuk asserts himself physically as Team USA trails Denmark, landing big hits and showing intensity to spark momentum.

Canada Curler Receives Official Warning After Cheating Controversy at Milan Winter Olympics

World Curling addresses cheating allegations after tense Canada vs Sweden showdown at Milan Winter Olympics

Snowboarder Breaks Down at Milan Olympics Following Failed Gold Attempt

Scotty James breaks down at Milan Olympics after narrowly missing gold, taking silver and securing his third historic Olympic medal

“Frustration”: Ilia Malinin’s Rival Gets Honest Over Figure Skating Medal Chaos

Olympic favorite Ilia Malinin stumbled, and Yuma Kagiyama revealed his honest frustration despite winning silver amid medal chaos.

Chaos Erupts During Sweden vs. Finland Ice Hockey as Players Get Into a Fight

Fans erupted as Mika Zibanejad battled Heiskanen, endured hits, scored milestones, and proved why he’s a fearless, elite hockey star.

Even NHL Team Face Unexpected Restrictions at Milan Winter Olympics Despite Top Players Participation

NHL teams face strict Olympic media rules at Winter Olympics 2026, forcing creative workarounds despite star players’ standout performances.

Maxim Naumov Speaks Out Tribute For Late Parents After Last Milan Olympics Event

Maxim Naumov honors late parents, shares emotional tribute following men’s free skate at Milan 2026 Winter Olympics finale

Vladyslav Heraskevych’s Faces Another Setback After IOC Ban In Fight At Milan Winter Olympics

Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych’s tribute helmet honored fallen compatriots, yet his final Olympic dream slipped away.

Team USA’s Athlete Faces Disqualification Despite Winning Snowboard Cross at Milan Winter Olympics

Team USA’s Nathan Pare crosses first but is disqualified in snowboard cross at the Milan Winter Olympics, shocking fans worldwide.

World No. 1 Disqualified at Milan Olympics After Damaging Rival in Gold Medal Event

Italy's gold medal hopeful was eliminated at the Milan Olympics after a controversial short-track incident that shocked fans.
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