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.
Stanford Declines to Comment as Former Athlete Raises Abusive “Lack of Humanity” Complaints
Stanford declines to comment as former rowers allege “lack of humanity” and abusive team culture amid growing concerns over athlete welfare
Wild Scenes as Robot Taken Out of Competition by Stretcher at Chinese Olympics
Wild moment as humanoid robot crashes into judges' table after losing balance during weightlifting attempt at Beijing Robot Games.
“It’s My Turn”: Fred Kerley Shuts Down Usain Bolt Disrespect Claims
Fred Kerley shuts down Usain Bolt trolling claims as American sprinter defends his respect for the Jamaican legend.
Track Legend Usain Bolt’s Nation-Wide Campaign Raises Critical Awareness Concerning Drugs
Usain Bolt’s Jardiance campaign draws CKD awareness as drug searches surge 50% across the US, using his global track legacy.
Olympic Champion Reveals Untimely Injury Reason for Withdrawing From Next Race With Rival
Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson reveals fitness setback behind withdrawal from highly anticipated rematch with Audrey Werro in Zurich
Lindsey Vonn Takes Risky Decision Following Multiple Surgeries Six Months Ago
Lindsey Vonn takes risky step six months after devastating crash and multiple surgeries, raising questions about her skiing comeback.
Global Icon Behind America’s Olympic Legacy Foundation in Utah Dies Peacefully at 58
Colin Hilton dies at 58 after decades of preserving Utah’s Olympic legacy and helping bring the Games back in 2034
Melissa Jefferson-Wooden Credits Coach She Shares With Sha’Carri Richardson to Reclaim DL Win
Melissa Jefferson-Wooden credits shared coach after beating Sha’Carri Richardson again to reclaim Silesia Diamond League 100m victory.
World Champion Erases Fred Kerley’s Final Meeting Record at Diamond League
After two losses to Kayinsola Ajayi, Oblique Seville answered in Silesia, beating his rival and breaking Fred Kerley’s meeting record.
“We’re So Back”: Simone Biles Travels to Support Husband Jonathan Owens at Preseason Game
Simone Biles travels to Indianapolis to support husband Jonathan Owens at Colts preseason game amid fresh Olympic comeback speculation
US Olympian Complains Over Travel Issues, Then Proceeds to Break Diamond League Meet Record
Chase Jackson endured a sleepless journey to Silesia before producing 20.92m, setting a meet record and moving closer to 21m.
“Not Going to Clown Around”: Female Olympian Shuts Down IShowSpeed’s Challenge
Ewa Swoboda finally explains why she rejected IShowSpeed’s race challenge after initially accepting his proposed sprint showdown
