The professional esports team “REJECT,” operated by REJECT Corporation, has successfully secured a spot in the Esports World Cup (EWC) 2025 for player Levon Aronian. Aronian captured attention by achieving outstanding results at the “Chess at EWC 25(LCQ)” held in Saudi Arabia in July 2025.

Dramatic Victory from a Narrow Escape

The “Chess at EWC 25(LCQ)” is characterized by its short time control of 10 minutes, attracting many top-tier players. Levon Aronian advanced to the playoffs undefeated in the Swiss Round Group A. Although he faced a narrow defeat to Anish Giri in the first round, he showcased an indomitable spirit and fought back from the loser’s side, eventually progressing to a nail-biting Armageddon match where he triumphed over Andrey Esipenko with a score of 3-2 to secure his qualification.

Profile of Veteran Chess Player Levon Aronian

Levon Aronian is an Armenian-American grandmaster known as a chess virtuoso. He has captured the world championship in both Blitz and Rapid formats, showcasing his high skill level during the EWC. You can find his latest updates on Levon’s official Twitter account (@LevAronian).

About the Professional Esports Team REJECT

REJECT is a top-tier professional esports team in Japan, serving as a partner team for the ESPORTS WORLD CUP FOUNDATION CLUB PARTNER PROGRAM 2025. Since its establishment in 2018, the team has gained international acclaim, particularly in titles like PUBG MOBILE and Apex Legends, attracting a large fan base. Additionally, the company is engaged in diverse operations centered around esports.

Thoughts and Outlook

Levon Aronian’s recent achievement is not only a significant contribution to REJECT’s chess division but also a monumental event for the entire Japanese esports scene. Expectations are high for how he will perform in the main event of the Esports World Cup 2025. Furthermore, REJECT’s multifaceted business developments and future hiring announcements provide bright hope for the future of esports.

Source: PR TIMES