Davido Proudly Endorses Tunde Onakoya’s Quest To Set A New Guinness World Record In New York
Chess Master Tunde Onakoya is attempting to break the Guinness World Record for the Longest Chess Marathon, and Afrobeats superstar Davido has thrown his support behind him.
Following his thrilling Madison Square Garden performance, Davido traveled to Times Square in New York City to show his support for Tunde Onakoya, the master of Chess in the Slums, as he strives to shatter the record for the Longest Chess Marathon held by the Guinness World Record.
The moment Davido showed up to support Chess player Tunde Onokaya at his ongoing attempt to set a world record in New York
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The connection between Tunde and Davido demonstrates the strength of harmony and encouragement in the artistic community. Tunde wants to go above 58 hours. He has now played for more than forty-one hours. The chess match is slated to conclude on April 19, 2024, having begun on April 17.
Additionally, Davido handed Tunde his renowned 30BG chain, which Tunde Onakoya was wearing with pride.
Tunde Onakoya rocking the 30BG chain from Davido pic.twitter.com/i93nBKVexc
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Other well-known people and celebrities have come to see him and offered encouragement. Support was also extended by Nigerian activists Yele Sowore and musician Adekunle Gold. AG contributed cash, brand-new iPads, and gear required for live broadcasting.
Renowned for his extraordinary chess abilities, Onakoya has previously garnered media attention for winning every game while taking down ten white opponents at once. Many Nigerians, home and abroad, have also expressed their interest and appreciation in his attempt to break the record in New York.