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Bobby Fischer, born on March 9, 1943, in New York, USA, was a brilliant chess player. He became the World Champion in 1963, one of the youngest in history. Fischer was known for his unique openings and tactical innovations, which had a profound impact on the development of chess.

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Famous Bobby Fischer Quotes

“Yeah, I used to dress badly until I was about sixteen. But people just didn't seem to have enough respect for me, you know And I didn't like that, so I decided I'd have to show them they weren't any better than me, you know? They were sort of priding themselves. They would say, 'He beat us at chess, but he's still just an uncouth kid.' So I decided to dress up.”

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“When I win, I'll put my title on the line every year, maybe even twice. I'll give players a chance to beat me.”

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“Too many times, people don't try their best. They don't have the keen spirit; the winning spirit. And once you make it you've got to guard your reputation - every day go in like an unknown to prove yourself. That's why I don't clown around. I don't believe in wasting time. My goal is to win the World Chess Championship; to beat the Russians. I take this very seriously.”

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Book:Fischer v Spassky: the World Chess Championship Match, 1972

Source: Fischer v Spassky: the World Chess Championship Match, 1972

“There's no one alive I can't beat.”

I Can Alive Beats Chess

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“They're all weak, all women. They're stupid compared to men. They shouldn't play chess, you know. They're like beginners. They lose every single game against a man. There isn't a woman player in the world I can't give knight-odds to and still beat.”

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“Americans really don't know much about chess. But I think when I beat Spassky, that Americans will take a greater interest in chess. Americans like winners.”

Thinking Knows World Interest Greater Beats Chess Winner Championship

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“There isn't a woman player in the world I can't give knight-odds to and still beat.”

World Giving Stills I Can Player Beats Odds Knights

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About the Author

Born: March 9, 1943
Died: January 17, 2008
Known for: Chess Player
Quotes: 140

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Bobby Fischer's Chess GamesRelated source material

My 60 Memorable Games: chess tactics, chess strategies with Bobby FischerRelated source material

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