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.
Sick US Olympian Pulls Out Surprise Win Against Gold Medalist in Noah Lyles’ Absence
Kenny Bednarek battles sickness to claim Brussels 200m crown as Noah Lyles’ injury withdrawal leaves American star facing Olympic champion
US Olympians Fail to End American Curse as Another Diamond League Comes to a Close
US Olympians fall short again as American middle-distance curse survives another Diamond League final in Brussels
Olympic Champion Makes Public Apology to US Runners After “Losers” Comment, But With One Condition
Olympic champion apologizes for losers comment but stands firm on criticism of Hocker and his team after Brussels fallout
Simone Biles Continues LA Olympics Tease With Special Visit to Hometown Gym
Simone Biles fuels LA 2028 comeback buzz after returning to WCC and testing her gymnastics skills inside the gym again
Sha’Carri Richardson’s BF Gives Explanation Over Embarrassing Loss Ahead of 2026 Season End
Sha'Carri Richardson's boyfriend Christian Coleman opens up after disappointing Brussels loss ahead of 2026 season finale
“Racing a Bunch of Cowards”: Olympic Champion Erupts After Fourth Place Finish at Finals
Jakob Ingebrigtsen finished fourth in Brussels before criticizing the race tactics and calling out his rivals after missing out on victory.
33-Year-Old Leaves Behind Young Sprinters in 100m to Deliver Statement on Age in Track and Field
33-year-old Emmanuel Eseme leaves young sprinters behind to deliver powerful statement on age after Diamond League Final in Brussels
Noah Lyles Confirms Season End Ahead of World Ultimate Championships Due to Injury Scare
Noah Lyles ends 2026 season early as injury forces sprint star to withdraw from World Athletics Ultimate Championship in Budapest.
“Don’t Have the Answer”: Mondo Duplantis Calls Potential Heartbreaking End to 2026 Season Amid Injury Scare
Mondo Duplantis’ 2026 season in doubt after injury forces last-minute Brussels withdrawal ahead of Ultimate Championships
Noah Lyles Clear Up Rumors About Him Leaving Everything on Hold Over Rival Surpassing Him
Noah Lyles clears up rumors after Erriyon Knighton surpassed his personal best, revealing why he suddenly called it a night.
“How Confirmed Is It”: Simone Biles Teases LA Olympics Return Asking Rival’s Comeback Update
Simone Biles questions Rebeca Andrade’s all-around plans as LA28 comeback speculation grows around their Olympic rivalry.
Track and Field Champion Who Won Multiple Half-Marathons Last Year Banned Over Using Testosterone
After rising from poverty to half-marathon success, a Kenyan champion now faces provisional suspension over an alleged testosterone violation.
