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In what year was Levon Chess960 world champion for the first time?

  • 2004

  • 2006

  • 2008

  • 2010

Answer

The Chess960 format, also known as Fischer Random Chess, introduces random starting positions for the pieces while following the rules of traditional chess. Levon Aronian became the inaugural World Champion of Chess960 in 2006 by defeating Peter Leko in the finals.
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