Priya Nathan, Author at All badminton players

Kodai Naraoka

A factual profile of Kodai Naraoka, the Japanese men’s singles player known for long rallies, world silver in 2023 and the China Masters title.

A lively profile of Gregoria Mariska Tunjung, from junior world champion to Olympic bronze medalist and world No. 5 in women’s singles.

A factual profile of Taufik Hidayat, from Bandung prodigy to Olympic champion, world title winner and one of badminton’s most stylish players.

A factual profile of Lee Chong Wei, from his rise in Malaysia to Olympic silvers, world No. 1 records, rivalry with Lin Dan and life off court.

A factual Lin Dan profile: from Fujian prodigy to Olympic champion, world title winner, rival of Lee Chong Wei, and Hall of Famer.

A lively profile of Lee Zii Jia, from Kedah prodigy to All England champion, world No. 2, Olympic bronze medallist and Team LZJ leader.

A chronological profile of Huang Yaqiong, the Chinese doubles star who won Olympic gold, three world titles and four All England crowns.

Zheng Siwei’s career story: from junior star in China to world No. 1, three world titles, Olympic gold with Huang Yaqiong and retirement.

A lively profile of Arisa Higashino: Olympic bronze medals, All England titles, world No. 1 run, playing style and life off court.

A factual profile of Yuta Watanabe, the Japanese doubles specialist who won Olympic bronze twice and five All England titles.