Garry Kasparov Quotes

A collection of quotes by Garry Kasparov.

Garry Kasparov is a Russian chess grandmaster, writer, and political activist. Born on April 13, 1963, in Baku, Azerbaijan (then part of the Soviet Union), Kasparov quickly established himself as one of the greatest chess players in history. At the age of 22, he became the youngest undisputed World Chess Champion in 1985 and held the title for 15 years until his retirement in 2000.

Known for his aggressive and tactical style, Kasparov dominated the chess world throughout the 1980s and 1990s, earning numerous accolades and gaining a reputation for his unparalleled strategic thinking. He faced off against a variety of formidable opponents, including Anatoly Karpov, Kramnik, and Deep Blue, an IBM supercomputer.

Beyond his achievements in chess, Kasparov is a passionate advocate for human rights and democracy. He entered politics in the 2000s and became an outspoken critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin's regime. His activism led to confrontations with the government, including his arrest in 2007 during a protest in Moscow.

Throughout his career, Kasparov has authored several highly acclaimed books on chess theory, strategy, and his own career. He continues to inspire and influence countless chess enthusiasts and remains an iconic figure in both the chess and political worlds.

I think Russian people are learning that democracy is not an

I think Russian people are learning that democracy is not an alien thing it's not a western invention.

Garry Kasparov

Learning

Women, by their nature, are not exceptional chess players: t

Women, by their nature, are not exceptional chess players: they are not great fighters.

Garry Kasparov

Nature

I want to serve chess through games, books that are works of

I want to serve chess through games, books that are works of art. I would like to bring the game closer to many people all over the world.

Garry Kasparov

Art