Time control directly influences the quality of play.

- Boris Spassky

We can compare classical chess and rapid chess with theatre and cinema - some actors don't like the latter and prefer to work in the theatre.

- Boris Spassky

The computer age has arrived, and it influences everything: analysis, preparation, information. Now a different talent is required - the ability to s…

- Boris Spassky

I don't play in tournaments, but I follow some.

- Boris Spassky

Nowadays the dynamic element is more important in chess - players more often sacrifice material to obtain dynamic compensation.

- Boris Spassky

Often, in the Ruy Lopez, one must be patient, wait and carry on a lengthy and wearisome struggle.

- Boris Spassky

When you play Bobby, it is not a question if you win or lose. It is a question if you survive.

- Boris Spassky

My forte was the middlegame. I had a good feeling for the critical moments of the play. This undoubtedly compensated for my lack of opening preparati…

- Boris Spassky

In my country, at that time, being a champion of chess was like being a King. At that time I was a King and when you are King you feel a lot of respo…

- Boris Spassky