21 Quotes by Anish Giri

I did take part in a couple of Vishy Anand's training camps. The experience has truly been invaluable. I saw from up close the level of preparation that I should be striving for.

Despite having an Indian grandmother and a Nepalese father, I have never been to India before. I have been to Nepal a couple of times, which isn't that far.

No, playing online is an entirely different experience and classical chess events never happen online.

I believe it is a good thing that there is always quite a lot of online attention around me, it only helps to popularize our fascinating sport and get the fans more excited to watch our games.

Top players are privileged in the chess world.

I barely know what my plans are for tomorrow, but I hope chess will remain a major part of my life.

Yes, I think I have some good knowledge of India. I have lots of Indian friends in the chess fraternity.

Shaking hands is meant as a sign of respect towards your opponent.

Since I used to visit Nepal often in the past with my father, I have a fair idea about festivals and culture of both Nepal and India. The two countries have many similarities.