48 years old (Born on May 28, 1976)
Happy Birthday, Darya! May your day be filled with laughter, joy, and fewer chlorine-scented memories. Your incredible performance at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics made waves—literally—and left us all inspired. Who knew someone could swim so fast without fins?Even though it's been a while since you splashed onto the Olympic scene, your legacy still makes quite a splash today. Here's hoping this year brings you as much excitement and success as that unforgettable summer in '96—but perhaps with less early-morning training sessions.
Keep swimming through life gracefully (and humorously). Cheers to another lap around the sun!
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