Later, I began to succeed in decisive games. Perhaps because I realized a very simple truth: not only was I worried, but also my opponent

I think that the FIDE leaders have to reconsider the current drawing rules - their advantages aren't very clear, but their shortcomings are obvious. Artificial drawing of the lots is detrimental for everyone.

Quiet moves often make a stronger impression than a wild combination with heavy sacrifices.

I have always thought it a matter of honour for every chess player to deserve the smile of fortune.

Chess isn't football or hockey.

The cherished dream of every chessplayer is to play a match with the World Champion. But here is the paradox: the closer you come to the realization of this goal, the less you think about it.

I go over many games collections and pick up something from the style of each player.