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“Most chess players know, thanks to the study of master games, that two bishops are stronger than two knights or than bishop and knight, though very few know the reason for this advantage and how to turn it to account.”

Quote by Richard Reti

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Richard Reti was a renowned chess player born on May 28, 1889, and died on June 6, 1929. He was highly respected in the chess community for his innovative opening theories and tactics. more

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