In the Thomas Cup, which started on May 20th, 20 18, China sent the strongest teams including Chen Long, Shi Yuqi, Lin Dan, Li Junhui/Liu Yuchen, Liu Cheng/Zhang Nan and Zheng Siwei/Wang Yilu, among which the most striking one was undoubtedly that Super Dan only participated as the third singles.

Lin Dan participated in the singles competition of two major competitions this year: he defeated Li Zongwei in the semi-final and lost to Shi Yuqi in the final at the All England Badminton Open, and won the runner-up; In the New Zealand Open, he defeated Indonesia's Jonathan Christie in the final and won the championship. Such a good competitive state has to be admired. The strength of Super Dan is really strong. Although the growth of age has caused him great trouble, he is still training hard to delay the adverse effects brought by time. In fact, 35-year-old Lin Dan can represent China in the Thomas Cup, which is a great miracle in itself!

At present, Lin Dan is ranked eighth in the world, Chen Long is fifth, Shi Yuqi is third, Chen Long is the Olympic champion, and defeated the world's number one Arcelor in the World Badminton Federation China Super Tournament held at the end of 20 17, while Shi Yuqi won the All England Badminton Open and Indian Badminton Open this year. Although Lin Dan's competitive state is good, due to his aging, his strength is still worse than that of Chen Long and Shi Yuqi. Therefore, it is normal for him to play in the Thomas Cup as the third singles!

No matter what capacity he plays for China, Lin Dan will go all out. I believe that China's old, middle-aged and young men's singles team will definitely fight hard in the Thomas Cup and win glory for our country!