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.
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
“Definitely Have Blacked Out’: Suni Lee Reveals the Brutal Reality Behind Competing Under Olympic Pressure
Suni Lee opens up about Olympic pressure, mental strain, and emotional struggles faced during high-stakes gymnastics competition moments.
The Gymnast Who Beat Simone Biles Is Back: Katelyn Ohashi Returns After 13 Years as USA Gymnastics Makes Big Announcement
Katelyn Ohashi's comeback is official as the former Simone Biles rival returns to elite gymnastics after 13 years.
Concerns Raise for Athing Mu & More American Stars as Track Journalist Questions Absence From Races
Athing Mu, Josh Hoey, and Jonah Koech remain absent from competition as major track events approach and questions continue growing.
26-Year-Old Figure Skating Star Abruptly Retires After Body Becomes ‘A Stumbling Block’
Loena Hendrickx retires at 26 after years of injuries, ending a remarkable career that included World medals and Olympics.
NCAA Introduces New Eligibility System With Major Impact on Future Olympians
New NCAA eligibility rules could affect Olympic hopefuls like Hezly Rivera, Tiana Sumanasekera, and Joscelyn Roberson ahead of LA 2028.
