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.
Athlete Forced to Repeat Race Twice Over Major Officials’ Mistake
Harshitha R’s Asian Games dream derailed after officials’ hurdle error led to rerun decision and controversial qualification setback.
Fastest Woman Alive Leaves Hamstring Doubts in Air After Best Time in 3 Years
Fastest woman alive surges back with season’s best 10.91, but hamstring concerns still hang over performance.
Crucial Update on Olympic Medalist Collapsing Over Cardiac Arrest at Local Meet
Olympic medalist Jenny Simpson collapses during local race after cardiac arrest, with a positive recovery update shared days later.
Former World Record Holder Banned for Seven Years After Doping Rule Violations
The former half-marathon world record holder faces a lengthy suspension after admitting to sample refusal and tampering violations.
Paris Escapes Shutdown as Special Conditions Confirmed For Noah Lyles, and Other Athletes at Diamond League
Paris Diamond League avoids cancellation as organizers approve special heat measures, allowing Noah Lyles and other stars to compete.
After Walking Away From Gymnastics, Amari Celestine Discusses Comeback At 22
After leaving gymnastics behind in 2025, Amari Celestine opens up on her unexpected return and dreams for LA28 at 22.
New Hampshire Star Thomas Cantara Breaks Another Special Olympics USA Games Record
Thomas Cantara breaks Special Olympics USA Games 10K record in 2026 with dominant performance and finishing time in Minneapolis competition
Noah Lyles Takes Spotlight Off Track With Wife Junelle Bromfield Ahead of Paris Diamond League
Noah Lyles and wife Junelle Bromfield turn heads at Paris Fashion Week 2026, days before his Diamond League showdown.
‘’They Performed CPR’’: NWSL Rising Star Recalls Terrifying On-Field Collapse and Emergency Heart Surgery
Savy King reveals emergency heart surgery after collapse, sharing emotional recovery and powerful return to professional soccer journey.
Tiana Sumanasekera Reveals the Real Reason She Chose Sri Lanka Over Team USA
Tiana Sumanasekera opens up about Olympic disappointment, Team USA, and her decision to represent Sri Lanka.
American Restaurants Take Action After Soccer Fans Refuse to Follow the Tipping Culture During FIFA World Cup
American restaurants add 20% service charges as World Cup visitors struggle to follow US tipping culture, sparking confusion and frustration.
51-Year-Old Olympic Gymnast Gives Stellar Performance on Vault Defying Age
51-year-old Oksana Chusovitina delivers stunning vault performance, continuing to defy age and expectations in gymnastics
