Viswanathan Anand: Deep Understanding is Modern Chess's Real Weapon

• Five-time World Champion Viswanathan Anand states deep understanding is the decisive factor in modern chess, especially with computer use.
• Anand emphasizes that mastery comes from recognizing patterns, not rote learning, as the mind unconsciously connects ideas.
• He compares chess to a language, asserting that theoretical knowledge alone is insufficient; practical understanding is key.
• Anand advocates for popularizing chess beyond major cities in Tamil Nadu, citing Chennai's success as a model.
• His book 'Lightning Kid' was launched, and the masterclass features Velammal alumni like Praggnanandhaa and Gukesh.