After I won the title, I was confronted with the real world. People do not behave naturally anymore - hypocrisy is everywhere.

I think that the World Champion should try to defend the quality of play more than anyone else.

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.

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.

When you play Bobby, it is not a question if you win or lose. It is a question if you survive.

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

Which do I prefer? Sex or chess? It depends on the position.