If revenge motivates you, go for it! But the main thing is to set your game in order.
Viswanathan Anand
I think an important lesson from the game is that once you have made a move, you cannot take it back. You really have to measure your decisions. You... →
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... →
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.
Preparedness for a game that usually lasts four-five hours requires good physical condition and also steady nerves.
My job is to play chess, the game that I love. I achieve what I can in chess. That is what I focus on. Basically, I am always focused on playing the... →
I keep forcing, I keep learning new things in the game, and so far I have been taking challenges as they come.
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... →
I personally prefer long-distance walking, but we are talking about pre-tournament preparation. During a tournament I make do with walking, mainly to... →
Of course, you feel good to play in a familiar environment. I enjoyed Delhi 2000 a lot. But the advantage doesn't work during a game. There, only... →