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.
Olympian’s Mother-Coach Suspended Over Investigations Into Viral Verbal Abuse Video
Romanian Olympic coach suspended after resurfaced abuse footage and athlete complaints trigger national investigation into her conduct.
American Olympian Reveals Health Challenge Before Making Podium at Shanghai DL
American sprinter pushes through health struggle to claim podium at Shanghai Diamond League against a stacked field of stars
Kenny Bednarek Responds to Shocking 100m Finish as Olympic Medalists Disappoint
Kenny Bednarek reacts after a surprising 100m race in Shanghai as Olympic medalists falter, highlighting unexpected results and future goals.
Sha’Carri Richardson Makes Embarrassing Season Start as Jamaican Rival Dominates Shanghai DL
Sha’Carri Richardson stumbles in 200m season opener as Jamaican rival Shericka Jackson dominates Shanghai Diamond League showdown
Amber Glenn Goes Off on Inappropriate Alysa Liu Rumors
Amber Glenn shuts down Alysa Liu shipping rumors after Winter Olympics moment, stressing friendship and media misinterpretation online.
Kentucky Derby Winner Jose Ortiz And His Brother Dragged Into Alleged Illegal Controversy Ahead of Preakness
Kentucky Derby winner Jose Ortiz and brother Irad Ortiz Jr face scrutiny after alleged cockfighting links ahead of Preakness Stakes race.
Jakob Ingebrigtsen Reveals Goals for 2026 Season After Injury Setbacks
Jakob Ingebrigtsen targets 2026 goals after injury setbacks, focusing on recovery, training, and world record comeback ambitions this season.
Jockey Banned After Disturbing Whip Incident Involving Hitting Horse
A jockey faces suspension and possible disqualification after a disturbing whip incident involving a horse during a race at York.
LeBron James Rewrites Record Books, Just Not on the Basketball Court: Meet the Javelin Star With the Same Name as NBA Icon
LeBron James's namesake javelin athlete breaks NJCAA record, rising through a track and field success story.
Chari Hawkins Opens Up on Her Mindset After Making the Paris Olympics at 33, Following Years of Near Misses
Chari Hawkins opens up on her mindset after making the Olympics at 33 following years of near misses and long setbacks
Driver Sentenced in Crash Fatal to Figure Skating Olympian Alexandra Paul
Truck driver learns sentence for fatal Ontario crash that killed retired Olympian Alexandra Paul and injured multiple others.
Lindsey Vonn Cuts $200K Off Beverly Hills Home as She Leaves California Behind
Lindsey Vonn cuts Beverly Hills home price while recovering in Utah after devastating Winter Olympics injury and long rehabilitation journey.
