Tunde Onakoya Achieves 58-Hour Chess Marathon Record, Aims For 60 Hours

Tunde Onakoya Achieves 58-Hour Chess Marathon Record, Aims For 60 Hours

Nigerian chess master, Tunde Onakoya, has secured a new Guinness World Record for the longest continuous chess marathon, surpassing the previous mark set by Norwegian players Hallvard Haug Flatebø and Sjur Ferkingstad in 2018. Onakoya confirmed the achievement on Saturday through his official X account, expressing his determination to extend the marathon to 60 hours…..READ ALSO Afenifere Speaks On Their Presidential Candidate

In his announcement, Onakoya emphasized the purpose behind the marathon, highlighting a fundraising goal aimed at supporting the education of African children worldwide. He rallied support, urging participants to demonstrate the power of love in making a positive impact.

The ongoing challenge, hosted in New York City’s iconic Times Square, has already exceeded 56 hours and a few minutes, placing Onakoya ahead of the previous record holders. His motivation stems from a desire to raise funds and awareness for providing educational opportunities to underprivileged children across Africa.

Onakoya’s foundation, Chess in Slums Africa, revealed that the record attempt involves a team of two players, with Onakoya facing off against his US counterpart, Shawn Martinez. Both players hold the title of National Masters, with Martinez adding a formidable challenge to the marathon.

The record-setting endeavor, focused on continuous chess play, underscores the determination of Onakoya and Martinez to push the boundaries of achievement while supporting a noble cause. Martinez joined the marathon approximately 23 hours into the game, contributing to the new world record.

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