It must be clearly understood that Soviet players do not seek simple systems in the opening, but try to formulate opening systems in which everything is complicated, distinctive, or new.
Mikhail BotvinnikIt is peculiar but a fact nevertheless, that the gamblers in chess have enthusiastic followers.
Mikhail BotvinnikIf Tal sacrifices a piece, take it. If Petrosian sacrifices a piece, don't take it.
Mikhail Botvinnik