46 Quotes by Boris Spassky

Bobby Fischer has an enormous knowledge of chess and his familiarity with the chess literature of the USSR is immense.

For example, computer defends well, but for humans its is harder to defend than attack, particularly with the modern time control.

I don't play in tournaments, but I follow some.

The power of hanging Pawns is based precisely in their Mobility, in their Ability to create acute situations instantly.

The best indicator of a Chess Player's form is his ability to sense the Climax of the game.

The best tournament that I have ever played in was in 1950. It was great - a waiter came to you during the game, and you could order anything you wanted to drink (even some vodka, if you liked). Pity, there are no longer tournaments organized in this manner...

The computer age has arrived, and it influences everything: analysis, preparation, information. Now a different talent is required - the ability to synthesize ideas.

There is only one thing Fischer does in Chess without pleasure: to lose!

After I won the title, I was confronted with the real world. People do not behave naturally anymore - hypocrisy is everywhere.