Surrendering a lost position, rather than taking the time and energy to play it out. The proper way to indicate you are resigning is to either gently tip your king over, or simply say, “I resign.” (see Abandon)
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Quotes of the Day
He has weaknesses, as everyone does, but far fewer than those around him.
Veselin Topalov 2016
My style is based on giving energy and creating. Karpov’s style is something that is probably taking energy from his opponent. NIC 1989
Garry Kasparov 1989 NIC
I think I like chess. That’s the main reason that I’m able to play at a reasonably high level – that I really love chess. Always have and always will (smiles). It’s the best game in the world!
Nigel Short 2016
According to my experiences, in key events, normally the games’ quality is not as high as other major events. Most brilliant games are not found in championships at present.
Garry Kasparov 2014
I enjoy it when I see my opponent really suffering when he knows that I’ve outsmarted him
Magnus Carlsen 2012