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African continent GMs do exist; but, according to the system of racial classification, I am the first Black GM in history...it matters, and doesn't matter, all at the same time.

— Maurice Ashley

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There's so many lessons I get from chess, it's incredible, but I think the biggest thing for me has always been is that losing is learning.

I see myself more as an ambassador of the game. And I hope to bring chess to a higher level in the United States. Making bigger tournaments, more interesting events. Making it a respectable profession for young people to be able to pursue in the future.

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