A brilliant strategy is, certainly, a matter of intelligence, but intelligence without audaciousness is not enough.

In my opinion, this vicious circle will be broken by history itself. Because sticking to the current form of governance, which is to say guaranteeing the survival of [Vladimir] Putin's regime, will necessarily lead to the demise of Russia within its present borders.

I learned that fighting on the chess board could also have an impact on the political climate in the country.

Russia's inclination toward authoritarianism undoubtedly strengthened the leaders in Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Kazakhstan, as they are afraid of normal democratic procedures.

A brilliant strategy is, certainly, a matter of intelligence, but intelligence without audaciousness is not enough.

My opponent is Short and the match will be short.

I’ve seen - both in myself and my competitors - how satisfaction can lead to a lack of vigilance, then to mistakes and missed opportunities.