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.
President Defends Late Night Doping Tests for Tour de France Cyclists Amid Backlash
David Lappartient explains the controversial overnight testing of Tadej Pogačar and Jonas Vingegaard during the 2026 Tour de France
Ukrainian Gymnastics Sends Official Letter to Avoid Competing Against Russia
Ukrainian Gymnastics seeks separate qualification groups from Russia and Belarus after controversial European Championships draw.
Noah Lyles Juggled 2026 Season Preparation With Massive Undertaking for Olympian Wife
Noah Lyles balanced a demanding 2026 track season with a massive wedding responsibility that left wife Junelle Lyles deeply impressed
Olympic Champion Suffers Injury Again During Training for Comeback
Olympic champion Léon Marchand suffers fresh injury setback during comeback training ahead of European Championships.
Romanian Gymnast Gives Final Message After Court Takes Up Jordan Chiles’ Bronze Medal Case
Ana Barbosu thanked Romania after securing legal support as her Olympic bronze medal dispute with Jordan Chiles returns to CAS.
Olympian Puts MasterChef Over Commonwealth Games Gold Medal Run in Surprising Admission
After defending her Commonwealth Games title, Emily Campbell revealed why filming Celebrity MasterChef proved more nerve-racking.
Aussie Boxer Reacts to Opponent’s Post-Match Handshake Snub at the Commonwealth Games
Lekeisha Pergoliti responds with respect after Nigerian opponent Blessing Orakwe declines post-fight handshake following Commonwealth Games.
“I’m Afraid of My Own Strength”: Nigerian Shot Put Star Reveals the Hidden Toll of the Sport After Gold Medal Win
Chukwuebuka Enekwechi overcame heartbreak, Commonwealth disappointments, and years of sacrifice before finally claiming shot put gold.
Legendary Swimmer Breaks Down in Tears After Securing Historic 21st Commonwealth Games Medal
Chad le Clos gets emotional after winning his record 21st Commonwealth Games medal, celebrating family support, and an unforgettable journey.
Paralympian Left Heartbroken After Commonwealth Games Gold Is Revoked Amid Controversial Rerun
Melanie Woods loses Commonwealth Games gold after controversial rerun overturns result, forcing Scottish Paralympian to race again.
British Surfer Presumed Dead As Search Is Called Off Days After Going Missing Near Portuguese Coast
Arran Strong, who overcame a rare illness to represent Great Britain, is presumed dead after disappearing off Portugal's coast.
Olympic Tensions Rise as U.S. Senator Urges IOC to Oppose WADA Changes
U.S. Senator raises alarm over WADA reforms as IOC faces growing pressure ahead of Los Angeles 2028 Olympic anti-doping preparations.
