Let's make this birthday one to remember.

40 years old (Born on May 22, 1984)

Happy Birthday, Yuri Drozdovskij! May your celebrations be as swift and brilliant as your legendary rapid chess victories. Your moves on the board are faster than most people's thoughts—rumor has it even lightning takes notes from you!

From clinching thrilling wins in countless rapid tournaments to dazzling fans with strategic brilliance under pressure, you've proven that speed truly is an art form. On this special day, may every moment bring joy quicker than a blitz checkmate—and remember: age might slow down some people—but for Grandmaster Drozdovskij? It's just another chance to win more rapidly.

Cheers to many timeless triumphs ahead!