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.
PETA Puts Preakness Winner on Blast Over Horse Abuse Caught on Camera
PETA raises alarm over Preakness winner after race footage sparks horse abuse concerns and alleged whip rule violation review calls.
Sweden Posts Formal Complaint Over World Gymnastics Russian Decision
Swedish Gymnastics Federation submits formal complaint opposing World Gymnastics decision on Russian athletes’ return.
Alysa Liu, Amber Glenn, and Others Stuck in Horrible Situation at Figure Skating Event
Alysa Liu, Amber Glenn, and Stars on Ice skaters stuck in elevator during tour stop, tense moment turns into stressful wait.
Sha’Carri Richardson, and BF Christian Coleman Open Up About Fixing Their Sprinting Weakness
Sha'Carri Richardson and Christian Coleman reveal how training together is helping them improve key sprinting weaknesses and race phases.
“Don’t Have USA on My Jersey”: Marathon Winner Fights Against American Runner’s USADA Tip
Cam Hanes pushes back after Sage Canaday files a USADA tip over Eugene Marathon performance and anti-doping questions
Simone Biles Shares Rare Years-Old Gymnastics Photo for Best Friend
Simone Biles shares rare childhood gymnastics photo with Rachel Roettger, highlighting their long friendship and emotional connection
“RIP”: Prayers Pour in for UConn Legend Robbed of 1980 Olympics Due to US Boycott
UConn soccer legend and 1980 Hermann Trophy winner passes away at 67 after losing Olympic dream to historic Moscow boycott
Montreal Canadiens Game 7 Win Turns Ugly as Police Charge at Rowdy Fans
Montreal Canadiens Game 7 win turns chaotic as police clash with rowdy fans outside the arena after tense overtime finish
Amber Glenn Reveals Real Reason Why Ending US Tour Would Devastate Her
Amber Glenn opens up about US tour emotions, retirement thoughts, Olympic season impact, and why ending it would hit hard
Massive Fall at Final Stage Doesn’t Stop Cyclist to Earn Six Figure Prize
Crash in final stage fails to stop Jakob Soderqvist as he survives chaos, crosswinds, and secures Tour de Hongrie 2026 victory.
World Gymnastics Clear Russian Athletes as Olympic Sports Reverse Restrictions
Russian gymnasts return to global stage after World Aquatics controversy, ending neutral era and reshaping Olympic sport ahead of 2028.
“Started Affecting Me as a Father”: Ryan Lochte’s Painful Confession Echoes Michael Phelps’ Dark Past
Ryan Lochte’s emotional confession on fatherhood, failure, and depression reflects Michael Phelps’ past struggles with mental health.
