Let's make this birthday one to remember.

46 years old (Born on December 14, 1978)

Happy birthday, Patty Schnyder! You're the Swiss magician whose tennis racket waved wonders on courts worldwide—earning six Grand Slam quarterfinal appearances and stepping one impressive volley closer with that stunning semifinal dash. Defeating not just one, but two World No. 1s? Seriously, how many candles does a legend’s cake deserve?

You brought intensity to every match—and smiles too; your lefty spins made opponents dizzy while fans cheered wildly from Basel to Wimbledon! As you smash another year off-court today (hopefully enjoying fewer line calls), remember: true champs never get older—they simply serve harder aces through life's seasons! Happy smashing celebration!