Anatoly Karpov

Russia is a state within a state. To understand the population of Russia, you need to know the areas of the country; you need an understanding of the people and their interests. ”

If the opponent offers keen play I don't object; but in such cases I get less satisfaction, even if I win, than from a game conducted according to all the rules of strategy with its ruthless logic. ”

Las Vegas is a beautiful place. I like it more and more and plan to be here often. It's a great place for chess. ”

Just make the right estimation of your own strengths and weaknesses, and also that of your opponent. ”

My idea is to make moves to bring chess back to the world's map, to make it part of the world's geography again. ”

After that, Kasparov stepped back from chess which is, and I want this to be clear, not good for chess in general at all. As a whole, the current situation in the chess world leaves a lot to be desired. ”

Style? I have no style. ”

To be a champion requires more than simply being a strong player; one has to be a strong human being as well. ”

To be champion requires more than simply being a strong player; one has to be a strong human being as well. ”

I still love to play chess. So I do not even spend a minute on the possibility to step back. ”