My fiance is the "Love of my life"...chess is a close second! I like Open games & the Sicilian Defense. Favorite players are Alekhine, Lasker, Tal & Kasparov. Favorite quote: "Born to play chess, forced to work". I move often & don't ponder on obvious moves for days...I'm on this site to learn & have fun...also to accompany my studies. I am working on improving my defense, tactics & endgames with books & chess software. Wishing everyone the very best!
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