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.
Simone Biles Shows Up for Biggest Fitness Event Just Days After Medical Procedure
Days after surgery, Simone Biles stuns fans at fitness festival with gymnastics skills, positive update, and inspiring health message
Untimely Foul Forces Tara Davis-Woodhall to Suffer First Loss in Almost 3 Years
Tara Davis-Woodhall’s 7.16m winning jump was overturned after a foul ruling, ending her nearly three-year unbeaten long jump streak.
Noah Lyles Explains Hamstring Causing Last Place Finish for USATF 200m Title
Noah Lyles reveals hamstring cramp behind shocking USATF 200m struggle after 100m victory and explains unexpected last-place finish.
“Absolutely Brutal”: USATF Championships Become Punishment for Audience Amid Low Attendance Worries
Fans face extreme heat, empty seats and missing stars as USATF Championships struggle to create the expected championship atmosphere.
Noah Lyles’ Wife Junelle Bromfield Gives Special Gift on His 10th US Champion Title Win
Noah Lyles' wife Junelle Bromfield makes his 10th U.S. championship victory memorable with emotional celebration and sweet tribute
Unsponsored Athlete Leaves Everyone Shocked With Career-First US Champion Title
Alia Armstrong stunned the track world by winning her first USATF Outdoor title despite competing without a major sponsor or shoe deal.
US Gymnast Gives Reason Behind Switching Nation to Represent at Global Stage
Tiana Sumanasekera reveals why she left Team USA for Sri Lanka as she targets Olympic qualification and embraces her family’s heritage.
Olympic Sprinter Reveals Overcoming Incurable Disease Since 15 While Breaking Track Barriers
Lachlan Kennedy makes history while overcoming lifelong health challenge since 15 and chasing sprinting greatness on the world stage
Noah Lyles Gets Behind 32-Year-Old Who Won Second US Silver Medal 6 Years Apart
Noah Lyles Praises Ronnie Baker’s Emotional Comeback After Veteran Sprinter Claims US Silver Medal Six Years After Last Podium Finish.
Chaos at US Champs as Winner DQ’d Due to Track and Field Rules
Justin Robinson's USATF title turns into heartbreak as officials disqualify his winning run, handing Chris Bailey the championship instead.
Gabby Thomas Explains Skipping USATF Championships After Shocking Loss Last Year
Gabby Thomas explains USATF Championships absence after last year's setback as Olympic champion focuses on bigger goals this season.
Melissa Jefferson-Wooden Clears Up Why She Backed Out of Race Against Sha’Carri Richardson for US Title
Melissa Jefferson-Wooden explains why she skipped the USATF 100m, missing anticipated rematch with Sha'Carri Richardson after Prefontaine.
