Let's make this birthday one to remember.

49 years old (Born on July 07, 1975)

Happy Birthday, Adam Nelson! You're the only athlete who can truly say your gold medal arrived fashionably late—nine years after Athens 2004. Talk about patience paying off! Your shot put skills are legendary, but waiting nearly a decade for Olympic justice? That's next-level endurance.

Your perseverance and integrity have inspired countless fans worldwide. While others might chase instant glory (or shortcuts), you remind us that true champions never compromise their values—even if it means delayed gratification. Here's to celebrating another year of strength, humor, and timeless victories; may all future medals arrive promptly—or at least within five years!