The days when it was possible to win a serious game only by merit of sporting character or depth of chess understanding have vanished forever. Chess knowledge has become dominant, bypassing all the other factors that contribute to success.
Anatoly KarpovTo be champion requires more than simply being a strong player; one has to be a strong human being as well.
Anatoly KarpovThe priority must be the unification of the world titles to straighten things out. But we should not wait that long anymore to change the situation, because we are running out of time.
Anatoly KarpovThe fact that a knight is temporarily on the edge of the board is of no great significance.
Anatoly Karpov