Chen Long vs Lin Dan: Who is the GOAT?

Chen Long
China

Lin Dan
China
🏸 Badminton • Career Comparison
The Chen Long vs Lin Dan GOAT debate is one of the most iconic in badminton history. Compare their complete career stats, championships, individual awards, and head-to-head records side by side. Who leads in more categories? Who had the better peak? Cast your vote and settle the badminton GOAT debate once and for all.
Compare Players
Chen Long
China
Lin Dan
China
Head-to-Head Score

Long
0

Dan
5
Out of 5 statistical categories
Why They're GOATs

Why
Long is a GOAT

Why
Dan is a GOAT
Skills Comparison
Career Peak Season
Best Super Series in a single season
Long
5
2014
Dan
6
2006
BESTDetailed Statistics
Titles
Super Series Over Time
Comparing players by career season (Year 1 = rookie season)
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In the Chen Long vs Lin Dan GOAT debate, the numbers tell a compelling story. Across 5 statistical categories, Chen Long leads in 0 categories while Lin Dan leads in 5.
Looking at peak performance in Super Series, Chen Long reached 5 in 2014, while Lin Dan hit 6 in 2006.
Ultimately, the badminton GOAT debate between Chen Long and Lin Dan comes down to what you value most: raw statistics, championships, longevity, or peak dominance. Cast your vote above and see how the community weighs in on this legendary badminton rivalry.
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