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.

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

I don't want ever to be champion again.

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.

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

The best indicator of a Chess Player's form is his ability to sense the Climax of the game.