CHOLAN KAYAN

Cholan is a renowned world-class badminton player representing England. He is currently ranked number 2 in the Men’s Singles division in England. With the significant influence of his current training regime from his personal badminton coach, Colin Haughton, and contributions from Uplift’s multidisciplinary team, his world ranking has improved immensely from the 200s to 155.

Uplift works closely with the players and coaches to establish an athlete-centred performance enhancement plan. The plan is dynamic - we always make necessary adjustments throughout, to help the athlete achieve the best results.

He has a decorated list of achievements in the sport of badminton, and has represented England as a Men’s Singles Player in the prestigious team event - Thomas Cup.

Cholan is continuously under the Uplift Elite Programme to elevate his performance and reach further heights in his promising badminton career.

Achievements

  • VICTOR FUTURE SERIES NOUVELLE-AQUITAINE 2024 - Men’s Singles Champion (Bordeaux, France)

  • 3x English National Championship Finalist

  • Welsh International Challenge Finalist

  • European Bronze Medalist

  • BUCS Individual Mens Singles Champion

  • University of Manchester ‘Athlete of The Year’ Award Winner