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.
Mondo Duplantis Challenges for Another World Record, But it’s Quite Different This Time
Mondo Duplantis targets another world record in Monaco, but this time he enters a new chapter as "Married Mondo" with fresh motivation.
Lindsey Vonn Shares Miracle Recovery Update by Starting Weightlifting in Under 5 Months
Nearly five months after her Olympic crash and eight surgeries, Lindsey Vonn showcased a remarkable recovery milestone in training
Gout Gout Forced to Announce Withdrawal from U20 World Championships Following Major Injury
Gout Gout withdraws from World U20 Championships after a major hamstring injury ends his gold medal dream and delays his 2026 campaign.
“Take Time Off of Work”: NCAA Champion Shares Money Struggles Ahead of US Championships
Former NCAA champion reveals the financial challenges of competing without sponsorship as she prepares for the 2026 U.S. Championships.
American Record Holder Confirms Shocking Withdrawal from US Championships
Olympic champion Masai Russell skips the USATF Championships after an unbeaten season, shifting focus to Monaco and future goals.
Summer McIntosh Withdraws From Canadian Trials After Breaking 17-Year-Old World Record
After a historic world-record swim in Montreal, Summer McIntosh ended her Canadian Trials campaign early to focus on recovery.
Alysa Liu and Amber Glenn Earn Top U.S. Figure Skating Support Ahead of 2026-27 Season
Alysa Liu and Amber Glenn secure A1 status as U.S. Figure Skating rewards its top performers ahead of the 2026–27 season.
Gabby Thomas Set to Clash With Julien Alfred and Adaejah Hodge Ahead of Monaco Diamond League
Olympic champion Gabby Thomas faces Julien Alfred and rising star Adaejah Hodge in a thrilling Monaco Diamond League 200m showdown.
Simone Biles Snaps Back at Question on Her Relationship With Taylor Swift as Gymnastics Star Drops Wedding Pictures
After sharing photos from Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding, Simone Biles delivered a sharp response to doubts about friendship.
IOC Lifts Russian Olympic Committee Suspension After Nearly Three Years
IOC lifts ROC suspension nearly three years after sanction over occupied Ukrainian territories and Olympic Charter dispute
Surviving Shark Attack, Ex-UCLA Volleyball Star Makes Olympic Dream Promise
After surviving a shark attack at 15, former UCLA volleyball standout Hagen Smith is chasing his dream of competing at LA28.
Olympian Shares Vulnerable Note After Rough Showing at Prefontaine Return
Olympian opens up after tough Prefontaine return as injury-plagued journey continues ahead of comeback to elite 400m racing
