[Commentary] On July 4, Lin Dan, a famous Chinese badminton player, announced his retirement, ending his 20-year career as a national team. After retiring, "Super Dan" how to choose the next "game field" in life has become the focus of many fans.

  On July 9, Lin Dan, who retired, made his first public appearance and participated in a brand event in Shanghai. "Old opponent" Malaysian badminton star Li Zongwei also specially sent a video blessing.

  [Same period] Malaysian badminton star Li Zongwei

  Brother you can stick to today, it's really not easy. I hope that in the coming days, we will continue our efforts to promote badminton.

  [Commentary] When asked about the post-retirement plan at the event site, Lin Dan said that he hopes to better promote badminton culture to the world with different identities in the future.

  [Same period] Chinese badminton star Lin Dan

  I'm sorry to let them wait too long, and finally they can be reunited together. In fact, I also hope that through different identities, I can better promote badminton (sports) with three excellent opponents and friends. Let more young friends all over the world love this sport and love it.

  [Commentary] Talking about the feelings when sending the retired Weibo, Lin Dan admitted that although the mood was very complicated at the time, it was also the most relaxing moment.

  [Same period] Chinese badminton star Lin Dan

  Maybe something on the shoulder is gone, it will be easier. In fact, I am now enjoying my time with my family and accompanying (son) Xiaoyu. I feel that I can play with him every day. I feel very happy.

  [Commentary] Instead of sending this retired Weibo after 12:00 on July 4, Lin Dan said that this actually has a special meaning.

  [Same period] Chinese badminton star Lin Dan

  In fact, I can proudly tell anyone that I have worked for the country for 20 years in one place, so I think this is a time that I deserve to show off. I think that one stage of my career is the stage of quitting the national team. It is just a stage of life. I hope to express through this time that the second half of life is the beginning of the next "12".

  [Commentary] It is reported that Lin Dan is withdrawing from the national team this time, not completely retired. He said that if his body did not grow fat in March 2021, he would fight for another National Games.

  [Same period] Chinese badminton star Lin Dan

  If I gain weight in March next year, I won't fight. If I don't gain weight, I will continue to work hard. I also hope that there is such an opportunity and if possible, I would like to work harder next year at the National Games, because I have participated in the five National Games so far, so I think I am looking forward to the success of next year. I hope I can participate in another session.

  Reporter Xu Yinkang Yu Zhan reports from Shanghai

Editor in charge: [Li Ji]