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Ratchanok Intanon

A factual profile of Ratchanok Intanon, from Yasothon and Banthongyord to world champion, world No. 1 and Thai badminton history.

A factual profile of Nozomi Okuhara, from her Nagano beginnings to Olympic bronze, world title, All England wins and trademark long rallies.

A factual profile of Li Xuerui, from her rise in Chongqing to Olympic gold, world No. 1, Rio injury, retirement and life off court.

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.