The shortcoming of hanging pawns is that they present a convenient target for attack. As the exchange of men proceeds, their potential strength lessens and during the endgame they turn out, as a rule, to be weak.

The computer age has arrived, and it influences everything: analysis, preparation, information. Now a different talent is required - the ability to synthesize ideas.

In my country, at that time, being a champion of chess was like being a King. At that time I was a King and when you are King you feel a lot of responsibility, but there is nobody there to help you.

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

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

Recently I saw Kasparov and he looked to me as still young and potent champion.

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