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“For me, each game is a new challenge, which has to be dealt with rationally and systematically. At that time, every other thought fades into oblivion.”

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Viswanathan Anand

Viswanathan Anand is an Indian chess grandmaster, widely regarded as one of the greatest chess players of all time. Born on December 11, 1969, he has won numerous international titles and competitions, including the World Chess Championship multiple times. Anand's contributions to the game have been recognized with numerous awards, and he has inspired a generation of chess players around the world. more

“Grandmasters decline with age. That's a given. There is nothing special about the age of 40, but age eventually takes its toll. That much is clear. Beyond that it's about how long you can put off the effects and compensate for them. Mistakes will crop in but you try to compensate for them with experience and hard work.”

Trying Long Hard Age Given Mistake Clear Special Effects Hard Work Decline Crops Tolls Age Of 40

Author:Viswanathan Anand

“I don't know how many calories an average chess player burns per game, but it often exceeds that of a player in ball games. It is not only the chess as such: You need to be fit and undergo complicated preparation.”

Knows Needs Games Know How Player Fit Balls Average Complicated Chess Preparation Exceed Calories Chess Players Ball Games

Author:Viswanathan Anand

“I have a love for astronomy; Aruna, my wife, and I love travelling, so whenever we get an opportunity, we set off to explore places that have tickled our interest. We are also wildlife enthusiasts.”

Opportunity Interest Wife My Wife Astronomy Wildlife

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“I like to keep myself physically and mentally fit before any important match. I usually take a short nap just before the game and do not practice immediately before the tournament.”

Important Games Practice Fit Tournaments Naps

Author:Viswanathan Anand