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.
Olympic Champion Promises to Stand by Partner’s Side Amidst Investigation Into Cycling Controversy
Emma Finucane vows to support partner Matthew Richardson as British Cycling investigates allegations of misconduct and discrimination.
Multiple Countries Respond to Controversial CAS Decision on Russia’s Return to International Hockey
Multiple countries react to the CAS ruling on Russia's possible return to international hockey, with federations expressing differing views.
“Deep Feeling of Guilt”: Track Legend Allyson Felix Shares Honest Emotions Behind Olympic Return
Allyson Felix opens up about feeling guilty over her ambitious Olympic comeback at 40 and explains what motivated her return to track
“No One Remembers”: Ex-US Runner Lays Out Harsh Truth About Doping Ban Ahead of NYC Race
Dathan Ritzenhein explains how doping bans affect clean athletes, costing them podium moments, recognition, and career opportunities.
Track Agent Representing Kenyan Athletes Calls Out WADA Over Anti-Doping Rules
Athletics Kenya athletes' representative calls for major changes to the WADA Code, questioning whether the current anti-doping system is working.
20-Year-Old Prodigy Becomes World Champion Without Stepping in an NCAA Match
At 20, Bo Bassett wins the Senior World Championship, making history by claiming freestyle gold before wrestling his first NCAA match.
“I’m Not Scared to Sacrifice”: World Champion Skye Blakely Opens Up on Chasing Her Biggest Dreams
Skye Blakely reflects on injuries, missed college experiences and difficult choices that shaped her journey to becoming a world champion.
TikTok’s Biggest Star Visits Youth Olympic Village Ahead of Historic Opening Ceremony in Dakar
Khaby Lame visits Senegal's Youth Olympic Village, shares an emotional message and celebrates Africa's historic moment ahead of Dakar 2026.
AIU Bans Three More Athletes as Ethiopia’s Doping Cases Hit Four in Two Days
Ethiopian athletics faces fresh doping scrutiny as the AIU sanctions four athletes in two days, including Mosisa Siyoum.
23-Year-Old American Stuns Two-Time World Champion With Last-Second Takedown to Claim Historic Gold
Adaugo Nwachukwu stunned 2x world champion with a dramatic final-seconds takedown to claim her first Senior World Championship gold medal.
Masai Russell Says Track & Field Is Better Off Than Portrayed, but Has One Big Problem
Masai Russell believes track and field is thriving, but says fragmented broadcasting makes it harder for fans to follow the sport.
24-Year-Old Long Jumper Among Those Killed in Devastating Train Collision
Spanish long jumper Julieta Gallego was among 69 victims of the train collision near Urda, leaving the athletics community mourning.
