My forte was the middlegame. I had a good feeling for the critical moments of the play. This undoubtedly compensated for my lack of opening preparation and, possibly, not altogether perfect play in the endgame. In my games things often did not reach the endgame!

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

I also follow chess on the Internet, where Kasparov's site is very interesting.

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

Nowadays the dynamic element is more important in chess - players more often sacrifice material to obtain dynamic compensation.

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

Time control directly influences the quality of play.