Let's make this birthday one to remember.

42 years old (Born on January 11, 1983)

Happy Birthday, Ehsan! May your day be filled with more joy than the time you checkmated 604 opponents simultaneously—honestly, we're still trying to figure out how that's even possible. Your chessboard dominance is legendary; rumor has it that pawns tremble and knights bow whenever they hear your name.

From breaking records as Iran's first Grandmaster to consistently dazzling us all with strategic brilliance, you've proven you're always several moves ahead of everyone else. Here's hoping this year brings you victories sweeter than capturing a queen in three moves—and fewer stalemates at birthday cake cutting!

Cheers to another grand(master) adventure!