Marat Safin is a retired Russian professional tennis player, born on January 27, 1980. He is known for his powerful playing style and strong serve. Safin turned professional in 1997 and quickly rose to prominence in the tennis world, winning two Grand Slam titles: the 2000 US Open and the 2005 Australian Open. Throughout his career, Safin was ranked as high as world No. 1 in 2000. He was also known for his charismatic personality and on-court intensity. After retiring in 2009, he transitioned into a successful career in politics and business in Russia.