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.
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.
Olympic Champion Enters a Full Media Blackout Following Embarrassing Losses in Recent Races
Olympic champion Adam Peaty faces a "major career crisis" as a media blackout follows painful defeats and growing questions about his future.
“Sobbed for Three Hours”: Olympic Champion Recounts Horrific Heartbreak at US Nationals
Missy Franklin opens up about devastating 2016 Olympic Trials heartbreak that nearly forced her to walk away from swimming.
Furious Track and Field Coach Calls Out Diamond League Over Massive Error
Pete Julian calls out Diamond League after Zurich 800m points twist leaves athletes and coaches questioning the official standings.
Fastest 200m Woman Alive Calls it Quits With 2026 Season Following Hamstring Injury and Late Coach’s Grief
Shericka Jackson ends her 2026 season after another injury setback, with the Jamaican sprinter also navigating the loss of her longtime coach.
Sha’Carri Richardson’s Cryptic Message Leads Fans to Believe Huge Track Career Change is Coming
Sha’Carri Richardson’s cryptic message sparks training camp speculation as fans wonder if the sprint star is preparing to leave Star Athletics.
Jordan Chiles Finally Confirms LA Olympics Bid Amid New UCLA Student Coach Announcement
Jordan Chiles confirms LA 2028 Olympic comeback after UCLA names her student coach, one day before revealing her Olympic plans
