Yevgeny Kafelnikov is a retired professional tennis player from Russia, born on February 18, 1974. He is known for his powerful serve and strong baseline play. Kafelnikov achieved significant success in the 1990s and early 2000s, winning two Grand Slam singles titles: the French Open in 1996 and the Australian Open in 1999. In addition to his singles success, Kafelnikov was also a talented doubles player, securing multiple titles throughout his career. He represented Russia in the Davis Cup and contributed to the team's victory in 2002. Kafelnikov is regarded as one of the top players of his era.