Let's make this birthday one to remember.

48 years old (Born on June 17, 1976)

Happy Birthday, Peter Svidler! Seven-time Russian Chess Champion—1994, 1995, 1997 (clearly the '90s loved you), and then again in 2003, 2008, 2011 and finally in lucky number seven: 2013. Your chessboard dominance is legendary; rumor has it even your pawns celebrate birthdays just to honor their fearless leader.

From epic battles against grandmasters to witty commentary that makes us laugh mid-checkmate analysis—you've truly mastered both kingside attacks and comedic timing. May this birthday bring fewer blunders than a beginner's blitz game—and more joy than discovering an opponent missed mate-in-one!

Here's wishing many happy returns filled with brilliant moves...and cake without stalemates!