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Lianne Tan

Belgian Badminton Player

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Team

Retired

DOB

November 20, 1991

Height / Weight

169 cm (5 ft 6 in) / 60 kg (132 lbs)

Achievements

Ten-time Belgian Champion

Summary

Lianne Tan is a Belgian professional badminton player, born on November 20, 1990, in Bilzen, Belgium. She is widely regarded as one of the top badminton players of her generation. Tan began her professional career with local Belgian clubs before moving to international competitions, where she has consistently performed well.

Tan is known for her agility, precision, and tactical intelligence. She has won numerous individual awards and holds multiple records in Belgian badminton.

Off the court, Tan is also recognized for her influence and efforts in promoting badminton and sports in general among the younger generation.

Career

Belgium

  • Youth and Early Career: Tan was born and raised in Bilzen and joined local badminton clubs as a child. She made her professional debut in 2007.

International Competitions

  • Early Success: Tan started participating in international competitions, representing Belgium, in 2007. Over the years, she has consistently performed well in numerous tournaments.

European Badminton Championships

  • Achievements: Tan has participated in the European Badminton Championships multiple times, demonstrating her skills and competitiveness at the highest level of the sport.

Olympic Games

  • Participation: Tan has represented Belgium in the Olympic Games, competing in the women's singles event.
International Career

Belgium National Team

  • Debut: Made her debut for Belgium in 2007.

Achievements:

  • European Championships: Participant in multiple editions.
  • Olympic Games: Participant in multiple editions.
  • Tan is one of Belgium's most successful badminton players of all time.
Style of Play
  • Position: Primarily plays in the singles event, but also competes in doubles.
  • Skills: Known for her agility, precision, and tactical intelligence. Tan is celebrated for her consistency, resilience, and fighting spirit.
Personal Life
  • Family: Lianne Tan is the younger sister of Yuhan Tan, who is also a professional badminton player. Both siblings have represented Belgium in international competitions.
  • Education: Aside from her badminton career, Tan also pursued higher education. She holds a Master's degree in Business Engineering from the University of Hasselt.
Legacy
  • Lianne Tan is celebrated not only for her talent and numerous achievements in badminton but also for her dedication, determination, and contribution to Belgian sports. Her influence extends beyond the court, inspiring a new generation of athletes in Belgium and around the world.
Awards and Recognition

Belgian National Championships:

  • Multiple-time winner in women's singles

International Competitions:

  • Consistent performances in various tournaments

Olympic Participation:

  • Represented Belgium in multiple editions of the Olympic Games
References

Books

  • None available

Websites

Articles

Interviews and Documentaries

  • Various interviews and features on Lianne Tan, covering different aspects of her career. Available on various online platforms.
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Full name
Lianne Tan
Born
1991-11-20
Place of birth
Bilzen, Belgium
Position(s)
Right-handed (double hand backhand)
Current team
Retired
Youth career
2005 - 2009 Bilzen Club
Senior career
2010 - 2018 Belgian National Team
International career
2011 - 2016 Belgian National Team
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