No fantasy, however rich, no technique, however masterly, no penetration into the psychology of the opponent, however deep, can make a chess game a work of art, if these qualities do not lead to the main goal - the search for truth.

Despite the development of chess theory, there is much that remains secret and unexplored in chess.

The Ruy Lopez occupied a constant place in my opening repertoire. In it is reflected the classical interpretation of the problem of the centre.

In chess, as in life, a man is his own most dangerous opponent.

My study of chess was accompanied by a strong attraction to music, and it was probably thanks to this that from childhood I became accustomed to thinking of chess as an art, for all the science and sport involved in it.

I have frequently stated that I regard chess as an art form, where creativity prevails over other factors.

In my opinion, the style of a player should not be formed under the influence of any single great master.