For us chess players the language of artist is something natural. (Vladimir Kramnik)
An impatient person plays differently than a more patient person. (Vladimir Kramnik)
In chess one cannot control everything. Sometimes a game takes an unexpected turn, in which beauty begins to emerge. Both players are always instrumental in this. (Vladimir Kramnik)
The development of beauty in chess never depends on you alone. No matter how much imagination and creativity you invest, you still do not create beauty. Your opponent must react at the same highest level. (Vladimir Kramnik)
Now, two years have passed and the situation is completely different: no one wants to organise this match. (Vladimir Kramnik)
With the Berlin I was able to set up a fortress that he could come near but not breach. (Vladimir Kramnik)
Even if you play perfectly, a fault of your opponent's can destroy the entire beauty of the game. (Vladimir Kramnik)
It made a big difference to my match stamina. I couldn't imagine I would have been so energetic during the match - it really gave me a welcomed extra boost! (Vladimir Kramnik)
After such a tough match you need time to recuperate. You can't play such a match in the same year you need at least a couple of years. (Vladimir Kramnik)
Don't get me wrong here - Kasparov is a great player, fantastic player. But most of the players tend to be afraid of him when they shouldn't. (Vladimir Kramnik)
The strength of the playing ability is much more important. Only if the strength of the opponent's playing ability is comparable, does the game develop. (Vladimir Kramnik)
I accepted that the endgame was better for White, but he has to win over the board, not with his legendary home preparation - that's crucial (Vladimir Kramnik)
You know, our ratings after this match will be very close - I think I can also become the world number one in the not too distant future. However, I'm sure that Garry will also have something to say about this! (Vladimir Kramnik)
At some point he seemed to lose all confidence trying to break down the Berlin Wall. He was still fighting as only Kasparov can, but I could see it in his eyes that he knew he wasn't going to win one of these games. (Vladimir Kramnik)
No - I'm quite calm inside during the game for most of the time - not 100%, but generally very calm. (Vladimir Kramnik)
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