Lee Chong Wei is a retired professional badminton player from Malaysia, widely regarded as one of the greatest players in the sport's history. Born on March 21, 1982, he achieved the world number one ranking for a total of 349 weeks, a record in men's singles badminton. Throughout his career, he won numerous titles, including three Olympic silver medals. Lee's playing style is characterized by his speed, agility, and powerful smashes. He has competed against many top players, including Lin Dan from China, with whom he had a famous rivalry. After retiring in 2019, Lee remains an influential figure in badminton and sports in general.