“Those who think that it is easy to play chess are mistaken. During a game a player lives on his nerves, and at the same time he must be perfectly composed.”
Quote by Viktor Korchnoi
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Viktor Korchnoi
Viktor Korchnoi was a former Soviet and international chess grandmaster, born on March 23, 1931, and passed away on June 6, 2016. Korchnoi is highly regarded in the chess world for his unique style and innovative tactics. more
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