Chess Is A Matter Of Vanity.

For My Victory Over Capablanca I Am Indebted Primarily To My Superiority In The Field Of Psychology. Capablanca Played, Relying Almost Exclusively On His Rich Intuitive Talent. But For The Chess Struggle Nowadays One Needs A Subtle Knowledge Of Human Nature, An Understanding Of The Opponent's Psychology.

Deux Fous Gagnent Toujours, Mais Trois Fous, Non!

For Success I Consider Three Factors Are Necessary: Firstly, An Awareness Of My Own Strengths And Weaknesses; Secondly, An Accurate Understanding Of My Opponent's Strengths And Weaknesses; Thirdly, A Higher Aim Than Momentary Satisfaction. I See This Aim As Being Scientific And Artistic Achievements, Which Place The Game Of Chess On A Par With Other Arts.

Psychology Is The Most Important Factor In Chess.

Young Players Expose Themselves To Grave Risks When They Blindly Imitate The Innovations Of Masters Without Themselves First Checking All The Details And Consequences Of These Innovations.