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Chess Quote by David Bronstein

“Chess is infinite, and one has to make only one ill-considered move, and one's opponent's wildest dreams will become reality.” quote by David Bronstein
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“Chess is infinite, and one has to make only one ill-considered move, and one's opponent's wildest dreams will become reality.”

David Bronstein

About This Quote

Source Interview: Chess Magazine, 1955

A single poor move can unleash an opponent’s most ambitious plans, showing chess’s endless complexity.

In simple terms: One bad move can let the opponent’s dreams unfold.

Key Takeaway

Think carefully before each move.

Themes

strategy risk creativity

Mood

analytical tense

Type

strategic inspirational

When to use this quote

  • tournament play
  • online matches
  • training sessions
  • analysis of games

Key Concepts

game theory probability psychology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you recover from a disastrous move?
  • What does this reveal about risk in life?
A Different Perspective

Even a single mistake can be recovered with skill.

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