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Lin Dan (Chinese : 林丹; born 14 October 1983) [ 1 ] is a Chinese badminton player. He is a two-time Olympic gold medallist, five-time World champion, two-time World Cup champion, two-time Asian games gold medalist, four-time Asian Champion, as well as a six-time All England champion.
The Longyan-born Chinese sportsman had completed the impossible sounding ’Super Grand Slam’ by the age of 28: winning all of the nine major badminton tournaments available – including the Olympic Games, World Championships, World Cup and other ‘majors’ of the sport.
Hailed as “The King of Badminton,” he commands the court with ruthlessly efficient footwork, unparalleled momentum, and a smash that stops other players in their tracks. “I want to get my third gold medal in the 2016 Rio Olympics, and inspire children around the world.
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Jul 4, 2020 · Double Olympic gold medallist and five-time world champion Lin Dan has announced his retirement from badminton with immediate effect. The 36-year-old posted a message on Chinese social media outlet Weibo and Instagram on Saturday (4 July) explaining that his body would no longer allow him to reach his previous lofty heights.
Jul 9, 2020 · Lin Dan had a swagger to match his genius; his ownership of the court perhaps gave him that edge when confronted with dire situations. This special combination – of supreme self-belief and on-court ability – made him a widely-recognised icon, not just in the badminton world, but beyond.
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Jul 4, 2020 · China's two-time Olympic champion Lin Dan, widely seen as one of badminton's greatest ever players, has retired. The 36-year-old won men's singles gold at Beijing 2008 and London 2012, as...
Jul 4, 2020 · Lin Dan, arguably the greatest badminton player in history, announced retirement Saturday, citing “pain and injuries” in bowing out a year before the postponed Tokyo Olympics.
Mar 18, 2024 · Lin Dan, a name synonymous with badminton greatness, has etched his legacy in the annals of sports history spanning over two decades. His unparalleled longevity in the sport has seen him compete against five different generations of Indian badminton stars, leaving an indelible mark on each encounter.
