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.
US Runner Struggles With Rare Condition Undergoes Another Treatment for Eating
US distance runner battles rare condition, undergoes second treatment after symptoms make eating and fueling before races nearly impossible
Gold Medalist Allegedly Escapes Doping Test Right Before Race
The European Athletics Championships gold medalist faces a possible four-year ban after an alleged failure to provide a doping sample.
Michael Phelps’ Favorite Apologizes Over Grave Mistake That Caused Her Out of Finals
Michea Phelps' favorite takes responsibility after a costly mistake sends world record holder into 400m freestyle B final instead.
Former Sprinter Turned Olympic Coach Goes Missing for Two Months After Vacation
Former sprinter turned Olympic coach went missing for two months after his trip to Morocco, leaving his athletes without a coach.
USADA Takes a Year Off National Champion’s Doping Ban Over Signed Rule
USADA cuts national champion Jonah Koech's doping ban by one year after he signs an admission, despite insisting he never doped.
Illegally Entering Car Takes 19-Year-Old Cyclist’s Life in Heartbreaking News Mid-Race
19-Year-old cyclist Finlay Tarling dies after car enters race course during Volta a Portugal, cutting short a promising career.
Former Olympian Faces Collapsed Lung Following Vacation Gone Wrong
Former Olympian suffers collapsed lung after five-metre front flip goes wrong during family holiday, requiring emergency hospital treatment.
Michael Phelps Makes Bold Claim for Canadian Record Holder’s Future at LA Olympics
Michael Phelps backs Summer McIntosh’s bright future as Canadian swimming star sets sights on LA 2028 Olympic glory with confidence.
Olympian Turned Coach Suspended Over Charges of Endangering Minors
Júlia Gór-Sebestyén faces charges after allegations of physically and psychologically mistreating young skaters during her coaching career.
Track Rookie Aims for Diamond League Dominance After Signing Adidas Contract
Kayinsola Ajayi continues warning to 100m elite after breakthrough Diamond League wins and new adidas professional contract
Simone Biles Teases LA Olympics Comeback With Visit to Gymnastics Training Center
Simone Biles sparks fresh LA28 comeback hope with gym appearance as four-time Olympic champion keeps fans guessing about her future.
Athlete Who Suffered Nasty Fall Blasts Rivals to Promise LA Olympics Record
Lea Meyer blasts rivals after costly fall, vows to break German record at LA 2028 despite missing European Championships medal.
