In my country, at that time, being a champion of chess was like being a King. At that time I was a King and when you are King you feel a lot of responsibility, but there is nobody there to… — Boris Spassky Copy Share Image
When you play Bobby, it is not a question if you win or lose. It is a question if you survive. — Boris Spassky Copy Share Image
I also follow chess on the Internet, where Kasparov's site is very interesting. — Boris Spassky Copy Share Image
On the other hand, chess is a mass sport now and for chess organisers shorter time control is obviously more attractive. But I think… — Boris Spassky Copy Share Image
We can compare classical chess and rapid chess with theatre and cinema - some actors don't like the latter and prefer to work in… — Boris Spassky Copy Share Image
The computer age has arrived, and it influences everything: analysis, preparation, information. Now a different talent is required - the ability to synthesize ideas. — Boris Spassky Copy Share Image
When I am in form, my style is a little bit stubborn, almost brutal. Sometimes I feel a great spirit of fight which drives… — Boris Spassky Copy Share Image
Nowadays the dynamic element is more important in chess - players more often sacrifice material to obtain dynamic compensation. — Boris Spassky Copy Share Image
The best indicator of a Chess Player's form is his ability to sense the Climax of the game. — Boris Spassky Copy Share Image
My forte was the middlegame. I had a good feeling for the critical moments of the play. This undoubtedly compensated for my lack of… — Boris Spassky Copy Share Image
Nowadays it would be reasonable to have an annual world championship. — Boris Spassky Copy Share Image
The shortcoming of hanging pawns is that they present a convenient target for attack. As the exchange of men proceeds, their potential strength lessens… — Boris Spassky Copy Share Image
