Description: (Retired Chinese Badminton Player)
Ye Zhaoying, a retired badminton player from Hangzhou, China, reached the top ranking in women's singles in December 1995. During her career, she alternated the top spot with fellow players. After retiring following the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games, she transitioned to a golf career, training at the Tian An Golf Club. Ye Zhaoying is recognized for excelling in a "golden" era of women's badminton, competing against top players such as Susi Susanti and Bang Soo-hyun.