Renowned Afrobeat artist David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has thrown his weight behind the acclaimed chess Master, Tunde Onakoya, in his quest to break the Guinness World Record for the longest chess marathon.
Joining Davido in the support for Onakoya are Nigerian singer Adekunle Kosoko, also known as Adekunle Gold, Nigeria’s Consul-General in New York City, Ambassador Peter Egopija, and Omoyele Sowore, among others.
Onakoya’s Chess Updates for Guinness World Record
Onakoya took to his social media account on Thursday to share updates on the marathon. He reported, “Game number 100. 87 against my main opponent #CoachShawnMar. 13 against external challengers. We are now 31 hours in, with 27 to go! That puts us officially past the halfway mark. It’s looking possible now. Keep streaming, keep donating.”
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The Chess Marathon Details
The event, held at New York City’s renowned Times Square, commenced at 10 am on Wednesday, April 17, and is set to conclude at 8 pm on April 19.
Onakoya is immersed in an intense chess marathon, aiming to play continuously for 58 hours without conceding a single defeat.
Guinness World Record: Davido Cheers On Nigerian Chess Master, Onakoya In New York
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Afrobeat sensation, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has come out to support renowned chess Master, Tunde Onakoya, as he aims to surpass the Guinness World Record for the longest chess… pic.twitter.com/4TIhBiaOg2
Breaking Chess Records
The current Guinness World Record, achieved by Hallvard Haug Flatebø and Sjur Ferkingstad of Norway on November 11, 2018, stands at an impressive 56 hours, 9 minutes, and 37 seconds. Onakoya’s endeavor seeks to surpass this milestone.
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