People have been playing against me below their strength for fifteen years.
CompetitionSportsPerformanceReputationRivalryIntimidationRespect
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Fischer claims others have played against him below their strength for years, implying they fear him.
- In plain terms
- He thinks opponents hold back because they fear losing to him.
- What can you take from it?
- Others may avoid full competition due to intimidation.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does your reputation affect how others play?
- Is fear a sign of respect or disrespect?
Another view
Perception of opponents holding back may not be reality.
More from Bobby Fischer
Psychologically, you have to have confidence in yourself and this confidence should be based on fact.
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Permalink to quote #63 I prepare myself well. I know what I can do before I go in. I'm always confident.
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