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.
19-Year-Old Track Athlete Deleted Instagram to Successfully Beat Olympic Champion
Charlotte Henrich deleted Instagram before racing Olympic Champion Keely Hodgkinson, then delivered a breakout 400m run at UK Championships.
Olympic Champion to Replace Queen Elizabeth for Unusual National Honor
Kirani James receives a rare regional honor, marking a powerful recognition of a champion whose journey reshaped Grenada’s sporting pride.
AIU Issues 8 Year Ban for Refugee Athlete Under Tampering Case
Athlete Refugee Team runner Dominic Lokolong Atiol was handed an eight-year ban by AIU for doping and tampering violations.
2X Olympic Champion Who Made History Passes Away During Heart Surgery
Two-time Olympic champion Artur Dmitriev, who made figure skating history with two partners, has died at age 58.
NCAA Legend Who Failed to Make Olympic Team Finds Success in Boxing Debut
After missing the Olympic team, NCAA wrestling legend Carter Starocci surprised fans with a winning amateur boxing debut in Pennsylvania.
Olympian Behind $640 Million Worth Global Company Dies at 91
Olympian who built a global fitness company worth millions has passed away at 91, leaving behind a lasting worldwide legacy.
USADA Issues 2-Year-Ban on Ex-100m Sprinter Over Involvement in Doping Case
Former US sprinterreceives two-year USADA ban for helping facilitate testosterone access in separate doping investigation case.
“Never Got the Opportunity”: Simone Biles on Serena Williams’ Return That Will Fulfill Childhood Dream
Simone Biles shares her excitement over Serena Williams' comeback, revealing why watching the tennis legend compete live means so much.
Olympic Medalist Steals World Lead from USA’s 17-Year-Old Sensation After Competitive Loss
Olympic medalist Marco Arop rebounds with a dominant world lead in Paris, answering defeat to rising US teenager.
3X Olympian Leaves Strong Complaints Over Paris Weather Despite Big Win
Three-time Olympian Tobi Amusan conquered Paris' extreme heat to win, but later revealed how challenging the conditions felt.
Long Time Rival Ends Noah Lyles’ 100m Streak in Photo Finish at Paris DL
Paris Diamond League sees Noah Lyles’ 100m winning streak broken in dramatic photo finish by familiar rival Trayvon Bromell.
Fastest Woman Alive Clears Up Plans for Track and Field Gold Medal
Elaine Thompson-Herah explains why she is ending her 2026 Commonwealth Games gold chase even after a strong 2026 season
