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Quote by Mikhail Tal

“You must take your opponent into a deep dark forest where 2+2=5, and the path leading out is only wide enough for one”

Quote by Mikhail Tal

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Mikhail Tal was a former Soviet and international chess grandmaster, hailed as one of the greatest chess players of the 20th century. His career was filled with dazzling victories and innovative games. Tal was known for his unique attacking style and tactical brilliance, which had a profound impact on the development of chess. more

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