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.
Five Arrested as Protests Erupt Over Brisbane 2032 Olympic Stadium Plan
Protests over Brisbane 2032 Olympic stadium at Victoria Park lead to arrests amid clashes, heritage concerns, and ongoing dispute.
“Would Be Huge Sacrifice”: Simone Biles Opens Up on Whether LA2028 Olympics Is Still Possible for Her
Simone Biles reveals uncertain LA 2028 Olympic future, discusses return chances, physical limits, and life beyond gymnastics
”Pay All Athletes”: NBA’s Reality Raises Trouble for IOC as Olympic Gold Medalist Makes Strong Case for Athletes
Cameron McEvoy challenges Kirsty Coventry on Olympic athlete pay, arguing that payments would cost only 1.5% of the IOC revenue cycle.
‘She Was Paid $100,000’: Olympians Erupt After IOC President Kirsty Coventry’s Viral Comments on Athlete Pay
Olympians including Greg Rutherford and Cameron McEvoy criticize Kirsty Coventry after her comments opposing direct payments for athletes.
Can Russian Athletes Be Banned Again After World Aquatics Decision?
Can Russian athletes face ban after World Aquatics decision amid ongoing political pressure and divided international sports federation responses?
$55 Million Earning Olympic Committee’s Athlete Payment Statement Falls Flat
IOC leadership’s $55 million pay claims clash with athlete pay debate, exposing growing criticism over fairness and Olympic compensation
Noah Lyles and Olympic Champion Urge World Athletics Over $10 Million Usain Bolt Record Bounty
Noah Lyles and Olympic champion push World Athletics to respond after $10 million Bolt record prize reshapes sprinting incentives globally.
$10 Million Prize Money on the Line to Break Usain Bolt’s Record
Enhanced Games raises sprinting stakes with massive prize money as athletes attempt to finally break Usain Bolt’s legendary 100m record.
Violent Horse Attack Sends Woman to the Hospital on Live Television
A horse's kick at Redcar Racecourse left a stable staff member hospitalized during a shocking pre-race parade ring moment.
Veteran Runner Under Lifetime Ban Threat After DQ for Illegal Entry
A veteran runner faces a disciplinary hearing after an alleged illegal elite entry at the Cape Town Marathon, leading to a possible ban
“They Wanted to Punish Me”: Olympic Champion Says His Career Is Being Jeopardized Behind the Scenes
Olympic champion Mikhail Shaido ov claims Kazakhstan stopped his salary payments after his historic Winter Olympics gold medal victory.
Sha’Carri Richardson and Others Put to the Ultimate Test in Drastic World Qualifying Standards
Sha’Carri Richardson and top athletes face tougher challenge as World Athletics tightens qualifying standards ahead of 2027 Championships.
