Let's make this birthday one to remember.

40 years old (Born on December 26, 1984)

Happy Birthday, Alex Schwazer! May your special day be filled with more joy than the moment you clinched Olympic gold in Beijing 2008. Your incredible determination and unmatched speed have inspired countless fans worldwide—though we still can't figure out how someone can walk faster than most of us run!

As another year races by (or should I say walks swiftly?), may it bring even greater achievements and happiness into your life. Keep striding forward confidently, because just like racewalking itself—you've proven that greatness comes from dedication, perseverance, and occasionally making everyone else wonder if they're moving backwards.

Cheers to many more victorious laps around the sun!