Boris Spassky Quotes

Boris Spassky — Russian Celebrity born on January 30, 1937,

Boris Vasilievich Spassky is a Russian, formerly French, formerly Soviet chess grandmaster. He was the tenth World Chess Champion, holding the title from 1969 to 1972. He is known as one of the greatest players of all time, and is the oldest living world champion... (wikipedia)

Nowadays there is more dynamism in chess, modern players like to take the initiative. Usually they are poor defenders though.

We can compare classical chess and rapid chess with theatre and cinema - some actors don't like the latter and prefer to work in the theatre.

When you play Bobby, it is not a question if you win or lose. It is a question if you survive.

Nowadays the dynamic element is more important in chess - players more often sacrifice material to obtain dynamic compensation.

When I am in form, my style is a little bit stubborn, almost brutal. Sometimes I feel a great spirit of fight which drives me on.