“Genius. It’s a word. What does it really mean? If I win I’m a genius. If I don’t, I’m not.” “It’s just a matter of throwing in a few sacrifices, then checkmate!” “A strong memory, concentration, imagination, and a strong will.” “Your body has to be in top condition. Your chess deteriorates as your body does. You can’t separate body from mind.” “I like the moment when I break a man’s ego” “I want to be world champion. I have achieved it, now I don’t know what to do.”