Often, in the Ruy Lopez, one must be patient, wait and carry on a lengthy and wearisome struggle.

The best tournament that I have ever played in was in 1950. It was great - a waiter came to you during the game, and you could order anything you wanted to drink (even some vodka, if you liked). Pity, there are no longer tournaments organized in this manner.

A man who is willing to commit suicide has the initiative.

We can compare classical chess and rapid chess with theatre and cinema - some actors don't like the latter and prefer to work in the theatre.

For example, computer defends well, but for humans its is harder to defend than attack, particularly with the modern time control.

I don't play in tournaments, but I follow some.

I don't want ever to be champion again.