It is a well known fact that almost all the outstanding chess-players have been first-class analysts.
Mikhail BotvinnikChess, like any creative activity, can exist only through the combined efforts of those who have creative talent, and those who have the ability to organize their creative work
Mikhail BotvinnikIf Tal would learn to program himself properly, then it would become quite impossible to play against him.
Mikhail BotvinnikDon't worry kids, you'll find work. After all, my machine will need strong chess player-programmers. You will be the first.
Mikhail Botvinnik