Gata Kamsky was once one of the top 3 best players in the world whose last names all start with a K (Kasparov, Karpov and Kamsky). He even challenged Karpov for the World Championship crown, crushing Mr. Solid Kramnik on the way by the score of 3 wins and 3 draws!
He suddenly retired to pursue his studies. It was a big loss to the chess world, especially the United States. Gata started to play chess again last year. Even though he is not fully back yet, he still shows his tenacity and talent by reaching the top 10 in the 2005 World Cup without much preparation and still full of rust.
He has been a friend of my sisters and I for a long time. We have all gone back a long way. He recently played a few monthly Wednesday Night Blitz Events at the Polgar Chess Center. He even gave a lecture and a simul to a group of enthusiastic fans.
As much as I like Magnus, I have to root for my dear old friend Gata Kamsky! 
Go Gata! Go Gata! Go Gata!
I think Gata will win 1.5 – .5
Carlsen – Kamsky 1-0. Entertaining game. Gata got a little lesson from Magnus, he he 🙂 Impressive attacking play from Magnus in the middlegame, although he lost the advantage when time was running short.
Kamsky got in trouble from the opening, defended well, equalised, but a blunder before the time control decided. So, will Gata get his revenge tomorrow?
No revenge to Kamsky I think. Carlsen has been a lot more fun to watch during the whole event, frankly speaking. I think Gata is a bit too dry in his style, while Magnus is a inspired firework in compare. Go Magnus, go Norway!
Gata I am behind you always. was rooting for you against Karpov. and have been rooting for you this tournament. I will be here as you play in the US Championship.
I think you are doing a super great job of getting the rust out of the old cob webs. you are returning fast you your winning form.
I really look forward to seeing you in the US Championships and the Candidates Matches.
I will be here cheering for your every move.
I suspect you are seeing a bit of your younger self in Magnus. That may be good to help you wake up to your winning form. You are very close now. just a little more work.
I really wish that America was alive with the enthusiasm that Norway has for Magnus. Both of you are wonderful exciting people. and I have been cheering for both of you. Now that both of you are into the Candidates, I am trying to sit back and let the 2 of you made the decision. I wish there could be a draw. but whoever wins this match there will be no loser. both of you are true sportsmen and winners.
Good Luck
Peace and Love
Tommy
Too romantic Tommy. It’s all about force and inspiration at the table, and that’s why Magnus is the chess worlds darling.
Susan ..wasn’t Kamsky Sr and his tantrums which threw Gata’s Chess Career off track?,Well Studies are not the only reason he took Chess Hiatus.Ambitious Parent killing Childs interest ..this is that tale maybe,you can highlight this one to the Chess-Parents ..who sincerely believe that their ward is next Garry Kasparov or Bobby Fischer