Alekhine Quote by Max Euwe

“Alekhine's real genius is in the preparation and construction of a position, long before combinations or mating attacks come into consideration at all.” quote by Max Euwe — Download Open image

“Alekhine's real genius is in the preparation and construction of a position, long before combinations or mating attacks come into consideration at all.”

Max Euwe

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