Chess Marathon Record Attempt by Tunde Onakoya in Times Square
Chess champion Tunde Onakoya attempts to break the global record for the longest chess marathon in Times Square, playing for 58 hours to raise $1 million for children's education in Africa.
Key Points
- Tunde Onakoya competing in a chess marathon in Times Square without wearing a hijab
- Aiming to break the global record for the longest chess marathon by playing for 58 hours
- Fundraising goal of $1 million for children's education in Africa
- Support from Nigerians, global leaders, and celebrities
- Chess in Slums Africa organization founded by Onakoya in 2018 to support education of children in slums
Pros
- Raising funds for children's education in Africa
- Building awareness and support for education in slums