“I like to say that Bobby Fischer was the greatest player ever. But what made Fischer a genius was his ability to blend an American … Read More
“Chess reflects the real world in miniature. Endeavor, struggle, success, and defeat – they are part of each game ever played.” Bruce Pandolfini
“We don’t really know how the game was invented, though there are suspicions. As soon as we discover the culprits, we’ll let you know” … Read More
“Known as a negative player, Karpov sets up deep traps and creates moves that seem to allow his opponent possibilities – but that really don’t. … Read More
“I definitely miss the rush from wiping out an opponent.” Bruce Pandolfini
“To see what they see, sit where they sit.” Bruce Pandolfini
“The two most important forms of intelligence are the ability to read other people and the ability to understand oneself.” Bruce Pandolfini
“Fischer was a master of clarity and a king of artful positioning. His opponents would see where he was going but were powerless to stop … Read More
