There are no take-backs—just as in life. You must think before you move.

I have visited Tromsø and can personally say Tromsø is a beautiful city, well equipped to be an excellent choice for the Chess Olympiad 2014.

I think that is the difference between the very good and the best.

Chess is a miniature version of life. To be successful, you need to be disciplined, assess resources, consider responsible choices and adjust when circumstances change.

Win with grace, lose with dignity!

When men lose against me, they always have a headache ... or things of that kind. I have never beaten a completely healthy man!

There are no take-backs—just as in life. You must think before you move.