Nigerian Chess Whiz Breaks World Record in Times Square

Nigerian Chess Whiz Breaks World Record with 58-Hour Marathon in Times Square

In a remarkable display of skill and endurance, Nigerian chess prodigy Tunde Onakoya has shattered the Guinness World Record for the “longest chess marathon” by playing for more than 58 consecutive hours in Times Square. The 29-year-old from Lagos surpassed the previous record of 56 hours and 9 minutes, set in 2018, and continued to play on, aiming for the 60-hour mark.

Onakoya’s feat has captured the attention of chess enthusiasts and supporters from around the world, with hundreds of spectators gathering to witness his historic achievement. Despite battling exhaustion and sleep deprivation, Onakoya managed to defeat a lineup of skilled players, including a Filipino angel investor and a top-ranked chess player from Sunset Park.

The chess marathon was organized as a fundraiser by chess coach Russell Makofsky, who runs the organization The Gift of Chess, which donates chess sets globally. Onakoya’s endurance and determination have not only broken a world record but also inspired a sense of unity and admiration among onlookers, many of whom traveled from Nigeria to witness the event.

As Onakoya continues to push himself beyond the limits of physical and mental fatigue, his supporters express their excitement and pride in seeing a fellow Nigerian make history on the global stage. The chess marathon serves as a reminder of the universal language of sports and the power of determination and passion to unite people from all walks of life.

For more details and updates on Tunde Onakoya’s record-breaking chess marathon, visit the full article on the New York Post website.