Viswanathan Anand Quotes

For me, chess is not a profession, it is a way of life, a passion. People may feel that I have conquered the peak and will not have to struggle. Financially, perhaps that is true; but as far as chess goes, I'm still learning a lot!

Viswanathan Anand

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• Struggle
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• An alliance of civilisations can be our most powerful weapon in the fight against terror.

  

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• I have just three things to teach: simplicity, patience, compassion. These three are your greatest treasures.

  

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• For me, chess is not a profession, it is a way of life, a passion. People may feel that I have conquered the peak and will not have to struggle. Financially, perhaps that is true; but as far as chess goes, I'm still learning a lot!

  

  Viswanathan Anand
  • People
  • Passion
  • Struggle