
Tajamul Islam is an Olympic Sports Writer at EssentiallySports with several years of experience in sports journalism. An avid fan of wrestling and track and field, Tajamul also draws on his personal experience as an endurance athlete to bring practical understanding to his reporting. Before joining EssentiallySports, Tajamul worked in the media industry for over three years, gaining valuable experience in editorial roles. His standout coverage includes the USA Wrestling Team Trials, where the iconic match between Kyle Dake and Carter Starocci made headlines. Tajamul is currently pursuing a PhD in Mass Communication and Journalism, focusing on media framing and discourse in sports. His academic background also includes a Master’s degree in Journalism.
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