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Taiwan Badminton Star, Former World No 1 Tai Tzu-Ying Calls Time on Her Career
Tai Tzu Ying retires after winning 17 BWF World Tour titles and multiple international medals, with P. V. Sindhu acknowledging their intense rivalry and friendship.
- On Friday, Tokyo Olympics silver medallist Tai Tzu Ying announced her retirement via Instagram, ending her international career and a 16-year run.
- After struggling with injuries since 2024, Tai Tzu Ying underwent surgery and lengthy rehabilitation on both legs and said last year was the toughest time of her career.
- Known for her deceptive shot-making, Tai's honours include 17 BWF World Tour titles, 12 Superseries crowns, Tokyo 2020 Olympics silver medal, 2018 Asian Games gold, and All England Open and Asian Championships titles.
- On Instagram, Sindhu recalled their rivalry evolving into a quiet friendship after 24 matches, with Tai Tzu Ying holding a 19-5 head-to-head record.
- Her final title came at the India Open 2024, and she said on Instagram she hasn't decided her next steps while peers said the sport will miss her magic.
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