It's just a matter of throwing in a few sacrifices, then checkmate! (on playing against the Sicilian Dragon)
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Victory comes from making sacrifices to deliver checkmate.
- In plain terms
- Throw away pieces to win the game.
- What can you take from it?
- Sacrifice can lead to victory.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is it worth giving up a piece to win?
Another view
Not all sacrifices result in a win.
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