By Born on October 14, 1983, Lin Dan is a retired Chinese badminton player widely regarded as one of the greatest of all time. He belongs to Longyan in China. He started playing badminton at a young age and rose to prominence in the early 2000s. Moreover, he won two Olympic gold medals in the men’s singles event at the Beijing 2008 and London 2012 games and became the only singles player to have achieved so. Additionally, Lin Dan won five World Championships, six All England Open titles, and 20 World Superseries titles throughout his career. His playing style was known for its speed, power and agility which led him to earn the nickname “Super Dan” among fans and competitors alike.
When it comes to his net worth, Dan is reportedly, the second richest badminton player. However, there is no exact number of how much he earns but according to many reports, he earns around $30 million to 50 million.
Lifestyle:
Lin Dan is known for his dedication and discipline in his training and diet which is crucial for his success in badminton. He follows a strict training regime, practicing for several hours every day and maintaining a healthy diet to keep himself physically fit and mentally focused. He also engages in other forms of physical activity such as running and weightlifting to improve his overall fitness. Outside of training, he enjoys spending time with his family and friends and is an avid fan of football. He also has a passion for fashion and has even launched his own clothing line. Overall, Lin Dan leads a disciplined and active lifestyle both on and off the badminton court.
Family Life:
Lin Dan, the retired Chinese badminton player, is married to former women’s badminton player, Xie Xingfang. The couple met while training together in the Chinese national team and got married in 2012. They have one son together, born in 2016. In interviews, Lin Dan has spoken about the challenges of balancing family life with his intense training and competition schedule, but also emphasizes the importance of his family’s support and encouragement in his career. Both Lin Dan and Xie Xingfang have expressed their desire to raise their son to be independent and pursue his own interests, whether in sports or another field.
Love Life:
Lin Dan has been married to his wife Xie Xingfang since 2010. Xie Xingfang is also a former badminton player who has won numerous championships, including the world championship and the Olympic Games but there has been no past relationship news in the media. The couple met while competing for the Chinese national team and began dating in 2003. They kept their relationship private for several years before finally announcing their engagement in 2010. Today, they also have a son together. Despite being retired from professional badminton, Lin Dan remains active in the sport and also spends time with his family.
