Bobby Fischer Quotes
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When I used to go to the Manhattan Chess Club back in the fifties, I met a lot of old-timers there who knew Capablanca, because…
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But the thing that was great about Capablanca was that he really spoke his mind, he said what he believed was true, he said what…
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Capablanca was among the greatest of chess players, but not because of his endgame. His trick was to keep his openings simple, and then play…
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Chess is war over the board. The object is to crush the opponents mind.
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Chess is a matter of delicate judgement, knowing when to punch and how to duck.
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I don't believe in psychology. I believe in good moves
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I give 98 percent of my mental energy to Chess Others give only 2 percent
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Your body has to be in top condition. Your Chess deteriorates as your body does. You can't separate body from mind
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Its just you and your opponent at the board and you're trying to prove something
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Chess is like war on a board
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You have to have the fighting spirit. You have to force moves and take chances
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That's what Chess is all about. One day you give your opponent a lesson, the next day he gives you one
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There are tough players and nice guys, and I'm a tough player
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I am the best player in the world and I am here to prove it
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If I win a tournament, I win it by myself. I do the playing. Nobody helps me
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Don't even mention losing to me. I can't stand to think of it
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A strong memory, concentration, imagination, and a strong will is required to become a great Chess player
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I know people who have all the will in the world, but still can't play good Chess
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Different people feel differently about resigning
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All that matters on the Chessboard is good moves
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