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“Sometimes I even say that I have surpassed Lasker in using psychology. How? Well, sometimes I use psychology with a portion of risk. That is something else, something that Lasker wouldn't allow.”

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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