The Paper's reporter Qi Dong
Zhao Yunlei.
On June 21, the World Badminton Federation officially announced that zhao Yunlei, a 36-year-old Chinese badminton doubles legend, was inducted into the 2022 Badminton Hall of Fame, along with her contemporaries, The Indonesian doubles star Liliana Nasir.
For a long time, Zhao Yunlei's dominance in mixed doubles and women's doubles was unmatched – counting the titles she won in her career, including two Olympic gold medals and five world championship gold medals.
Zhao Yunlei (right) partner Zhang Nan won the mixed doubles gold medal at the London Olympics.
World Badminton Federation President Paul Eric Hoyer also congratulated Zhao Yunlei on her induction into the BWF Hall of Fame.
"Being inducted into the BWF Hall of Fame is the biggest tribute to badminton players. The Hall of Fame aims to honor the elite of the elite, and Zhao Yunlei deserves a well-deserved place. ”
"Winning an Olympic or World Championship gold medal is a dream for most athletes, and Zhao Yunlei's double victory in both major competitions is a remarkable achievement."
Zhao Yunlei partnered Tian Qing (left) to win the gold medal in women's doubles at the London Olympics.
In addition, the World Badminton Federation Hall of Fame writes:
"Zhao Yunlei on the field is always full of confidence, she has a keen insight into the game, her excellent offensive and defensive skills, and always keep a calm mind to deal with unexpected situations, helped her win many games."
"Among them, she was particularly prominent in the mixed doubles match with Zhang Nan and the women's doubles match with Tian Qing."
Despite competing in both events at the same time in a high-intensity racing environment, Zhao Yunlei seemed to be enjoying the pressure, winning the double at the London Olympics and two World Championships. ”
"She became the only badminton player to win two gold medals at one Olympic Games and the only badminton player to win two doubles titles at two consecutive World Championships."
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