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.
Alexis Ohanian Poses With Sha’Carri Richardson at 10 Downing Street as Athlos Eyes Bigger Track & Field Future Ahead of LA28
Alexis Ohanian joins Sha’Carri Richardson at 10 Downing Street as ATHLOS expands its women’s track vision and looks toward LA28.
AIU Provisionally Suspends Champion Long-Distance Runner Over Use of Prohibited Substance
AIU provisionally suspends Ethiopian marathon champion after prohibited substance and tampering allegations emerge in latest anti-doping case
Masai Russell Teams Up With Fellow World Record Holder to Reveal What Inspired Their Hurdles Journey
Masai Russell and Ja’Kobe Tharp reveal how unexpected beginnings in different sports eventually led them to record-breaking success.
“It’s Frustrating”: World Record Holder Sets Sights on Missing Medal Ahead of LA28
Josh Kerr targets Olympic gold at LA28 after world record season, with the Scottish star chasing the only major medal missing
New Jersey Half-Marathon Under Investigation After Runners Forced Through Waist-Deep Floodwaters
New Jersey half-marathon under investigation after runners brave waist-deep floodwaters despite severe weather warnings
World No. 1 Star’s Asian Games Preparations Hit After Airline Blunder Breaks His Winning Gear
World No. 1’s Asian Games plans hit after airline damages winning javelins ahead of his next major competition in Japan
Fact Check: Did Spain Invite Argentina to Host Lionel Messi’s Final Soccer Game?
Did Spain really invite Argentina to host Lionel Messi's final international game in Europe before his farewell at home?
Olympic Silver Medalist Clears Out Blame on Sydney Sweeney to Focus on What’s Wrong With Novig Ad
Olympic silver medalist Tilly Kearns explains why her criticism of Sydney Sweeney’s Novig ad is about its message, not Sweeney herself.
Olympic Legend Gives Reality Check to Sha’Carri Richardson After 0 Wins Against Biggest Rivals
Olympic champion highlights Sha'Carri Richardson's biggest weakness after another tough season against rivals like Melissa Jefferson-Wooden.
World Athletics Confirms Next Ultimate Championships Held Immediately After LA Olympics 2028
World Athletics confirms September 2028 Ultimate Championship after LA Olympics, setting up another major showdown for the sport.
Track Athlete Shares Surgery Update on Horrific Car Accident That Led to Multiple Fractures
Julia Nielsen shares a surgery update after a horrific cycling accident left her with multiple fractures and a long recovery ahead.
US World Record Holder Withdraws Last-Minute from Athlos Keeping Undefeated Streak Intact
Masai Russell withdraws from ATHLOS at last minute as US world record holder protects perfect 2026 winning streak