It is very difficult to play a single blitz game! You want to play for a long time. So I tend not to do that anymore.

I'll take my five positions per second any day, thank you

Each match I approach like a new one. The work is so immense that you don't have time to sit and ponder.

The Internet gives you access to a lot of material, and it's fun to sit and read. I go to something like Wikipedia and look at different topics... I find the subject fascinating. I like to read about concepts and mathematicians.

I would prefer chess to become part of the Olympic Games. This would also lead to chess become more accepted as a sport in general.

For me, each game is a new challenge, which has to be dealt with rationally and systematically. At that time, every other thought fades into oblivion.

It's important, according to me, to train in small doses so as to not lose the joy of playing chess. I personally think too many coaching and training classes may take away a child's interest in the game itself. The essential thing to do is practise often and, in case of a doubt, to consult a trainer.