Nigerian chess grasp, Tunde Onakoya, has emerged victorious in his quest to set a brand new world report for the longest chess marathon.
Although he initially got down to do 58 hours, Onakoya persevered for a grueling 60 hours earlier than lastly halting his historic problem in Occasions Sq., New York Metropolis.
This achievement shatters the earlier report of 56 hours, 9 minutes, and 37 seconds set by Hallvard Haug Flatebø and Sjur Ferkingstad of Norway in November 2018.
WE HAVE DONE IT. #LongestChessMarathon #58Hours #RecordBroken #NewRecordSet pic.twitter.com/SjDhOqNpae
— Tunde Onakoya (@Tunde_OD) April 20, 2024
Upon approval by the Guinness World Data, Onakoya’s feat will formally eclipse the practically six-year-old report.
Worldwide consideration
Onakoya’s record-breaking try has garnered immense consideration, fueled not solely by the formidable time purpose but in addition by his mission to boost $1 million for underprivileged kids worldwide.
The worldwide chess neighborhood has rallied behind the “Chess in Slums Africa” founder, with Nigerians the world over providing their unwavering help.
Onakoya isn’t any stranger to utilizing chess as a software for social good.
His “Chess in Slums Africa” challenge has already demonstrably improved the lives of numerous younger Nigerians in Oshodi, Makoko, and different underserved communities by offering them with academic alternatives and eradicating them from probably dangerous environments.
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The funds raised by way of this record-breaking marathon will now gasoline a worldwide growth of his impactful initiative.
As of Saturday morning, Onakoya’s inspiring effort has garnered practically $100,000 in donations.
As soon as the Guinness World Data formally recognises his achievement, Onakoya will be a part of the ranks of distinguished Nigerians who’ve etched their names within the report books.
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