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There are two aspects to being competitive one is to do with sports, and the other is about technical skills. Being able to recollect the moves and apply them when necessary is a critical aspect.
Viswanathan Anand
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Viswanathan Anand
Age: 54
Born: 1969
Born: December 11
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