Levon Aronian

Levon Aronian is an Armenian professional chess player, born on October 6, 1982, in Yerevan, Armenia. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest chess players of all time. Aronian began his professional career in Armenia before moving to Germany in 2001, and then to the United States in 2020, where he has continued his successful career.

Aronian is known for his deep understanding of the game, innovative strategies, and versatility. He has won numerous individual awards, including the Chess World Cup twice, and holds multiple records, such as being one of the few players to cross the 2800 Elo rating mark.

Off the board, Aronian is also recognized for his philanthropic endeavors and influence, making significant charitable contributions and inspiring millions worldwide.

Early Career

• Began his professional career in Armenia, where he quickly rose to prominence due to his exceptional skill and innovative strategies.

Germany

• Moved to Germany in 2001 and continued to improve his skills and performance, gaining recognition as one of the world's leading players.

United States

• In 2020, Aronian moved to the United States, seeking new opportunities and challenges. He continues to be one of the top players in the world.

Armenia National Team

• Debut: Made his debut for Armenia in 1996 at the Chess Olympiad.

Achievements:

• Chess Olympiad: Winner in 2006 and 2008 with the Armenian national team.
• World Team Chess Championship: Winner in 2011 with the Armenian national team.
• European Team Chess Championship: Winner in 1999 with the Armenian national team.

• Style: Known for his deep understanding of the game, innovative strategies, and remarkable versatility. Aronian is celebrated for his ability to create complex positions and his exceptional endgame skills.

• Family: Aronian is married to Arianne Caoili, a former chess player who passed away in 2020. He has no children.
• Philanthropy: Aronian is involved in various charitable activities and has donated significant sums to educational initiatives and chess development programs in Armenia.

• Levon Aronian is celebrated not only for his extraordinary talent and numerous records but also for his strategic depth, creativity, and longevity in professional chess. His impact on the sport and his status as an icon extend beyond the chess board, inspiring millions of fans around the world.

Highest Elo Rating:

• Over 2830 Elo rating

Chess World Cup:

• Winner in 2005 and 2017

Grand Slam Chess Association:

• Winner of the inaugural Grand Slam Chess Association in 2008

Most Valuable Player in the Pro Chess League:

• Named most valuable player in 2017 and 2018

Books

• Kalendovsky, J. (2013) Levon Aronian: His Life and Games. London: Everyman Chess.
• Donaldson, J. (2018) Levon Aronian: Armenia's Super Grandmaster. New York: Russell Enterprises.

Websites

• Chess.com: Information about Levon Aronian’s career and achievements. Available at: https://www.chess.com
• ChessBase: Details about Aronian’s career. Available at: https://www.chessbase.com
• FIDE: Official site with updates on Aronian’s performance and records. Available at: https://www.fide.com

Articles

• Chess.com: Levon Aronian: Career in numbers. Available at: https://www.chess.com/news/view/levon-aronian-career
• The Guardian: Levon Aronian’s career highlights and records. Available at: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/levon-aronian

Videos

• ChessBase: Various videos and features on Levon Aronian, covering different aspects of his career. Available at: https://www.chessbase.com