AthleteWiki
Live
WRESTLINGStyles AJ Styles Reacts to Son Avery's Impressive Spiral Tap MoveSWIMMINGPeaty Adam Peaty suffers shock defeat in Commonwealth Games finalSWIMMINGPeaty Adam Peaty wins bronze at Commonwealth Games but breaks down ...WRESTLINGStyles AJ Styles Gives Hopeful Advice to Wrestlers Rejected in WWE T...WRESTLINGStyles AJ Styles reveals indie stars he handpicked for WWE tryouts a...CHESSFirouzja Alireza Firouzja Breaks Free in Grand Chess Tour Croatia BlitzWRESTLINGStyles AJ Styles Reacts to Son Avery's Impressive Spiral Tap MoveSWIMMINGPeaty Adam Peaty suffers shock defeat in Commonwealth Games finalSWIMMINGPeaty Adam Peaty wins bronze at Commonwealth Games but breaks down ...WRESTLINGStyles AJ Styles Gives Hopeful Advice to Wrestlers Rejected in WWE T...WRESTLINGStyles AJ Styles reveals indie stars he handpicked for WWE tryouts a...CHESSFirouzja Alireza Firouzja Breaks Free in Grand Chess Tour Croatia Blitz

Aronian won the fifth edition of the Norway Chess Tournament (with a PR of 2918, and a full...

June 16, 2017 · Levon Aronian · Chess · On this day

Levon Aronian

Aronian won the fifth edition of the Norway Chess Tournament (with a PR of 2918, and a full point ahead of nearest rivals), beating Magnus Carlsen.

About Levon Aronian

Levon Aronian is a prominent Armenian chess grandmaster who has made significant contributions to the game since the early 2000s. Known for his exceptional tactical skills and creativity, he has been a leading figure in chess, representing both Armenia and the United States throughout his career.

  • Nationality: Armenia
  • Born: 6 October 1982
  • FIDE Rating: 2724 (June 2026)
  • Peak Rating: 2830 (March 2014)
  • Ranking: No. 23 (June 2026)

Full Levon Aronian profile →   More from this day →