Quote by: Anatoly Karpov

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.


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Author Bio


  • NameAnatoly Karpov
  • DescriptionRussian chess player
  • BornMay 23, 1951
  • CountrySoviet Union; Russia
  • ProfessionChess Player; Politician; Author
  • AwardsGrandmaster; Chess World Champion; Order Of Lenin; Chess Oscar; Chess Oscar; Chess Oscar; Chess Oscar; Chess Oscar; Chess Oscar; Chess Oscar; Chess Oscar; Chess Oscar; Order Of Merit (Ukraine); Order For Services To The Fatherland 3rd Degree