Is Bent Larsen A-List?
No — Bent Larsen is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 1967
Wins Havana Tournament
Lost A-list status in 1977
Dropped to B tier — First computer opponent victory
Ranking Timeline
Becomes a chess master
Larsen first becomes a chess master at the age of 16.
Wins his first championship
Larsen wins the Danish Chess Championship and wins 6 times between 1954-1964.
Becomes an International Master
Larsen becomes an International Master.
Becomes a Grandmaster
Larsen officially becomes a Grandmaster.
Wins Havana Tournament
Larsen wins the Havana Tournament.
First computer opponent victory
Larsen defeats the computer chess program Kaissa.
Dies in Buenos Aires
Dies at the age of 75.
Legacy as Creative Player
Larsen is remembered for his creative and unorthodox style.
Last updated: February 23, 2026