If chess is a vast jungle, computers are the chainsaws in a giant environmentally insensitive logging company.

I cannot claim to thoroughly enjoy coaching, because it is very hard work if you are even moderately conscientious. Nevertheless it does provide a degree of satisfaction - not to mention a steady income, which is why I do it occasionally.

Chess is, in essence, a game for children. Computers have exacerbated the trends towards youth because they now have an immensely powerful tool at their disposal and can absorb vast amounts of information extremely quickly.

A good sacrifice is one that is not necessarily sound but leaves your opponent dazed and confused.

Unlike my esteemed colleague Garry Kasparov, I don't restrict the strength of opposition to Elo <2000, as fly-swatting makes poor spectator sport. (on simultaneous exhibitions)

Modern Chess is too much concerned with things like Pawn structure. Forget it, Checkmate ends the game

I play way too much blitz chess. It rots the brain just as surely as alcohol.