Maxime Vachier-Lagrave vs Levon Aronian
Maxime Vachier-Lagrave vs Levon Aronian: head-to-head — careers, honours, key numbers and why the rivalry matters.
Why compare Maxime Vachier-Lagrave and Levon Aronian?
The rivalry with Levon Aronian has produced many exciting games, particularly in rapid and blitz formats. Their matches are often closely contested, highlighting both players' tactical skills.
Maxime Vachier-Lagrave
Key numbers
- Peak FIDE Rating2819
- Current FIDE Rating2721
- Peak RankingNo. 2
- Current RankingNo. 25
Top honours
- World Blitz Champion2016
- French Chess Champion2007, 2011, 2012
- World Junior Chess Champion2009
- Sinquefield Cup Winner2017, 2021
- Biel Grandmaster Tournament Winner2009, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
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Levon Aronian
Key numbers
- FIDE Rating2724 (June 2026)
- Peak Rating2830 (March 2014)
- RankingNo. 23 (June 2026)
- Peak RankingNo. 2 (January 2012)
Top honours
- FIDE World Cup2005, 2017
- Gold Medal, Chess Olympiad2006, 2008, 2012
- World Blitz Chess Champion2010
- World Champion in Chess9602006, 2007
- FIDE Grand Prix Winner2008–2010