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…
• 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…
• 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…
• Chess is war over the board. The object is to crush the opponents mind.
• Chess is a matter of delicate judgement, knowing when to punch and how to duck.
• I don't believe in psychology. I believe in good moves
• I give 98 percent of my mental energy to Chess Others give only 2 percent
• Your body has to be in top condition. Your Chess deteriorates as your body does. You can't separate body from mind
• Its just you and your opponent at the board and you're trying to prove something
• Chess is like war on a board
• You have to have the fighting spirit. You have to force moves and take chances
• That's what Chess is all about. One day you give your opponent a lesson, the next day he gives you one
• There are tough players and nice guys, and I'm a tough player
• I am the best player in the world and I am here to prove it
• If I win a tournament, I win it by myself. I do the playing. Nobody helps me
• Don't even mention losing to me. I can't stand to think of it
• A strong memory, concentration, imagination, and a strong will is required to become a great Chess player
• I know people who have all the will in the world, but still can't play good Chess
• Different people feel differently about resigning
• All that matters on the Chessboard is good moves

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