Let's make this birthday one to remember.

35 years old (Born on January 16, 1990)

Happy Birthday, Paul Drinkhall! May your day be filled with more spin than a perfectly executed forehand smash and fewer surprises than an opponent's sneaky backspin serve. From dominating the table tennis world rankings as number one from 2008 to 2011, you've consistently shown us how it's done—making paddles proud everywhere.

Here's hoping this year brings you even greater victories (and perhaps fewer awkward moments chasing stray ping-pong balls under tables). Keep serving up inspiration both on and off the court; after all these years of success, you're still acing it like nobody else can. Cheers to another smashing year ahead!