Lin Dan Family Tree: The Story Behind Super Dan

Lin Dan, born 14 October 1983 in Longyan, Fujian, China, is a Chinese former badminton player — only player in badminton history to complete "Super Grand Slam" (all 9 major singles titles: Olympics 2, World Championships 5, Thomas Cup 6, All England 6, Super Series Finals, Sudirman Cup 5, Asian Games 2, Asian Championships 5); 66-25 win-loss vs top opponents in his prime.

The Family's Roots: A Chinese Family

The Lin family is from Longyan, Fujian, China.

His Wife: Xie Xingfang

Xie Xingfang, born 9 January 1981 — Chinese former badminton player; World No. 1 women's singles 2005-2007; World Champion 2005, 2006. Married Lin Dan on 23 September 2010.

Their Son

Xiaoyu Lin, born 10 November 2016 — son.

The Lin Family Tree at a Glance

Wife: Xie Xingfang (b. 9 January 1981; m. 23 September 2010) — 2× World Champion.

Son: Xiaoyu Lin (b. 10 November 2016).

Lin Dan:

  • Born 14 October 1983, Longyan
  • Joined Chinese national team at 15 (1998)
  • 2 Olympic golds: Beijing 2008, London 2012 (only male badminton player to defend Olympic singles)
  • 5 World Championships: 2006, 2007, 2009, 2011, 2013
  • 6 All England Championships: 2004, 06, 07, 09, 12, 16
  • 6 Thomas Cups: China 2004-2018
  • 5 Sudirman Cups: 2005-2015
  • Retired 4 July 2020 (age 36)

What the Lin Dan Family Story Teaches Us

A Fujian family. A wife who was herself a 2× World Champion. A son. A career that swept every major title in badminton — the only player to do so.

For every family — large or small, famous or otherwise — the Super Dan story carries the same lesson. Some careers achieve every possible major title in a sport.

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