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.
Historic Record Snatched Away as Runner Faces Footwear Protest Post-Race
Historic Asian Games glory slips away after a post-race footwear protest leaves runner’s record-breaking victory under review and overturned.
18-Year-Old Sensation Defeats Olympic Champion to Claim Gold With Asian Games Record
18-year-old Yan Ziyi shocks Olympic champion with record-breaking throw to capture Asian Games javelin gold in Nagoya.
World Record Bid Ends in Heartbreak as Runner Limps to Finish Line; Surgery Confirmed Post-Race
Tigst Assefa’s Berlin Marathon world record attempt collapses late after an injury forces her to limp across the finish line.
USADA Bends 4-Year Testosterone Ban Rule for Athlete Facing Unique Circumstances
US weightlifter receives a reduced testosterone suspension after USADA cites unique circumstances surrounding his case and medical use.
Defending Olympic Champion Chooses Kansas State University to Train for LA 2028
Jordan Díaz begins new Kansas chapter as Olympic champion targets comeback and prepares for Los Angeles 2028 after years of setbacks.
Olympic Medalist Faces Suspension Following Anti-Doping Violation
Olympic silver medalist faces provisional suspension putting her 2028 Los Angeles Olympic ambitions under fresh uncertainty.
NYC Mayor Appears to Take a Dig At Manchester City Over Premier League Financial Charges
NYC mayor Mamdani seemingly joins Manchester City financial verdict debate as reported guilty findings spark fresh Premier League reactions.
Simone Biles Confirmed to Leave Old Texas Home With Latest Update on Property
Simone Biles lists her longtime Spring, Texas home for $1.2 million as her new mansion and Indianapolis plans reshape her next chapter.
Usain Bolt Spotted With IShowSpeed in Rare Track and Field Training Footage
Usain Bolt spotted training with IShowSpeed in track footage, raising questions about their collaboration and Speed’s Olympic ambitions.
Olympic Sprinter Shares Tragic Emotional Turn Days Before Tokyo
Laviai Nielsen recalls the devastating days before Tokyo after learning she had MS moments before her Olympic dream finally came true.
Keely Hodgkinson’s Speed Suit Creates Problems With Adidas Deal for LA Olympics
Keely Hodgkinson’s Nike speed suit faces an Olympic roadblock as Team GB’s Adidas deal threatens its LA28 appearance
American Legend Shocked as 13-Year-Old Chinese Talent Reaches New Heights Before LA Olympics
Rowdy Gaines reacts as 13-year-old Chinese swimming sensation makes history and turns heads ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
