
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.
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USMNT Coach’s Comment on Disrespect Draws Huge Appreciation
Fans applaud Mauricio Pochettino for prioritizing the USMNT team, inspiring unity, and leading with motivational leadership.

Daniil Medvedev Eyes Strong Comeback After Disappointing 2025 Season
Daniil Medvedev prepares for a strong 2026 comeback after a challenging 2025 season filled with heartbreak, fines, and lessons learned.

Tennis World Stands Tall as 30-Year-Old ATP Pro Announces Retirement
Tributes flood social media as Juan Martin Del Potro, Fabio Fognini and fellow stars react to former World No. 48’s retirement news.

Jessica Pegula Shares Honest Take After Replacing Emma Raducanu in Event Featuring Carlos Alcaraz
Jessica Pegula reacts after replacing Emma Raducanu at December exhibition, with Carlos Alcaraz’s participation uncertain due to injury.

Iga Swiatek Leads WTA Stars in Saying “Enough” With Strong Stand Against Online Hate
Polish tennis stars unite against online abuse, raising awareness and promoting respect, safety, and fairness across women’s tennis globally.

US Open Signals a New Era With Its First Big Shift in 5 Years
Former professional tennis player, 44, replaces Stacey Allaster as U.S. Open tournament director after her historic 38-year career in tennis

Coco Gauff, Taylor Townsend and Others Join Hands as 29YO American Star Announces Tennis Retirement
Chris Eubanks, 29, retires from tennis. His Wimbledon 2023 run and emotional announcement moved fans and players, including Coco Gauff.

Carlos Alcaraz Opens Up on Injury Scare In a Hard-Fought ATP Finals Loss to Jannik Sinner
Carlos Alcaraz addresses injury questions after ATP Finals loss, reflecting on his performance and hinting at future clashes with Sinner.

Novak Djokovic Surges Past Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer After Shattering Another All-Time Record
After an impressive year, Novak Djokovic finally received recognition as he surpassed Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal to break another record.

Carlos Alcaraz Left “Completely Torn Down” as Ex-Pro Reveals the Reason Behind Loss to Jannik Sinner
Former ATP pro breaks down the surprising reasons behind Carlos Alcaraz’s loss to Jannik Sinner in the ATP Paris Final.

Carlos Alcaraz Issues Subtle Warning to Jannik Sinner as He Already Eyes ATP Finals’ Revenge
Carlos Alcaraz promises a tougher fight next season, quietly warning Jannik Sinner as he focuses on earning ATP Finals success.

ATP Finals Champion Shares a Heart-Melting Message for His Partner After Dream Week
After winning the ATP Finals, Harri Heliovaara shares a heartfelt, emotional message celebrating his partner Henry Patten and their triumph.


