Source: REUTERS/Thilo Schmuelgen
[Saba Sports News] Legendary Chinese badminton star Lin Dan recently hosted a badminton open in China and praised the competition’s high level and the players’ performances. He expressed his desire to invite retired Japanese badminton star Kento Momota to participate in future events. Lin Dan stated, “Kento Momota, as one of the world’s top badminton players, has many fans in China. We hope that by inviting Momota, we can further enhance the international influence of the Lin Dan Cup and offer Chinese badminton fans the chance to see top-tier players in action.” The Lin Dan Cup, established in 2020 in Shenzhen, has grown into a significant event with men’s singles and mixed team categories, boasting a total prize pool of 427,000 yuan. Celebrating its fifth anniversary, the event reflects Lin Dan’s commitment to promoting badminton globally.