Alireza Firouzja Height

Alireza Firouzja

Chess Players

Known for: Youngest player ever rated above Elo 2800, Winner: FIDE Grand Swiss Tournament (2021), Silver medalist: World Rapid Chess Championship (2019), European Individual Champion (2021), Representing both Iran & France internationally, Candidate for World Chess Championship cycle (2022)

Height

5'10.1" (178 cm)

Gender

Male

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About Alireza Firouzja's Height

Alireza Firouzja is a chess prodigy who has rapidly risen through the ranks to become one of the world's elite grandmasters. Born in Babol, Iran, on June 18, 2003, he started playing chess at just eight years old. Firouzja became an International Master at 12, then a Grandmaster at 14, highlighting his early promise and prodigious talent. He initially represented Iran and achieved national championship fame while still a preteen. Due to Iran's restrictions on competing against Israeli opponents, he left the Iranian Chess Federation in 2019 and played under the FIDE flag before acquiring French citizenship in July 2021. Firouzja's breakthrough at the FIDE World Rapid Chess Championship in 2019 (second place) set the stage for continued success. In 2021, he won the European Individual Championship and the FIDE Grand Swiss—passing the 2800 Elo mark at 18, a record for the youngest player to do so and surpassing legends like Garry Kasparov and Magnus Carlsen. Firouzja is renowned for his aggressive, creative style and deep preparation, drawing comparisons to chess greats. Off the board, he's known for his calm focus and engagement with fans through online streaming. As of mid-2024, he stands as a leading figure in chess, representing youthful innovation and reshaping the competitive landscape.

Alireza Firouzja stands at 5'10.1" (178 cm), which is about average for a male. This is 3.0 cm taller than the average height for men(5'8.9" (175 cm)).

Interesting Facts

Became an International Master at just twelve years old.
Switched federations from Iran to France due largely to political restrictions.
At eighteen, surpassed Garry Kasparov's record as youngest-ever player rated above Elo 2800.
Known for streaming blitz games online under his own name.
Has been compared stylistically with Magnus Carlsen for versatility across time controls.

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