Let's make this birthday one to remember.

61 years old (Born on October 03, 1963)

Happy Birthday to the legendary Ye Rongguang! The grandmaster who boldly moved pawns and knights, paving a golden path for generations of Chinese chess prodigies. Your groundbreaking journey as China's first-ever Grandmaster inspired countless young talents across Asia—proving that checkmates speak louder than words.

From your historic victories in international tournaments to mentoring future champions, you've shown us all how strategy meets style on 64 squares. May your birthday be filled with laughter brighter than a bishop's diagonal attack and joy deeper than an endgame calculation!

Here's wishing you endless happiness—and may life never put you in zugzwang!