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.
“Rest Easy”: 3x Olympic Champion Mourns Legendary US Coach Who Died at 75
3x Olympic champion Rowdy Gaines pays emotional tribute to legendary US coach Frank Busch after his sudden death at 75.
“No One is Invincible”: 800m Champion Who Crushed Olympic Champion Talks About Mindset Behind Win
European 800m champion Audrey Werro reveals the mindset that helped her overcome Olympic champion Keely Hodgkinson and reach new heights.
Silver Medalist Reveals Sad Reality of Office Work During Track and Field Event
Guillermina Cossio reveals how she balanced office work, training and competition while representing Argentina at the South American Games
“We Know What it Takes”: Gabby Thomas Calls Out Personal Attacks in Track and Field Rivalries
Gabby Thomas addresses respect and personal attacks while reflecting on her rivalries with Sha’Carri Richardson and Julien Alfred.
Portugal Coach Makes It Clear Why Cristiano Ronaldo Was Benched After 41YO Star Walked Out
Portugal coach explains Cristiano Ronaldo’s benching after star forward’s angry-looking walkout following Norway Nations League victory
Olympic Champion Announces Retirement After 13 Years Following Major Decision on LA 2028
Olympic champion announces retirement after 13 years, ending LA 2028 dream following a career full of triumphs, motherhood and comebacks.
Historic Record Snatched Away as Runner Faces Footwear Protest Post-Race
Historic Asian Games glory slips away after a post-race footwear protest leaves runner’s record-breaking victory under review and overturned.
18-Year-Old Sensation Defeats Olympic Champion to Claim Gold With Asian Games Record
18-year-old Yan Ziyi shocks Olympic champion with record-breaking throw to capture Asian Games javelin gold in Nagoya.
World Record Bid Ends in Heartbreak as Runner Limps to Finish Line; Surgery Confirmed Post-Race
Tigst Assefa’s Berlin Marathon world record attempt collapses late after an injury forces her to limp across the finish line.
USADA Bends 4-Year Testosterone Ban Rule for Athlete Facing Unique Circumstances
US weightlifter receives a reduced testosterone suspension after USADA cites unique circumstances surrounding his case and medical use.
Defending Olympic Champion Chooses Kansas State University to Train for LA 2028
Jordan Díaz begins new Kansas chapter as Olympic champion targets comeback and prepares for Los Angeles 2028 after years of setbacks.
Olympic Medalist Faces Suspension Following Anti-Doping Violation
Olympic silver medalist faces provisional suspension putting her 2028 Los Angeles Olympic ambitions under fresh uncertainty.
