How Did You Start Your Journey?
Started playing Chess in 2016, while in highschool. I got introduced to the game by a friend.
Hometown:
Murang'a Town
Partnership with KCB:
Motivation. KCB has really motivated me to be the best I can.
Biggest Achievement So Far:
Finishing 2nd Kenyan in Kenya Opens 2023
Training Routine:
Mosty working on my Endgame, Middlegame studies and Tactics
I train averagely 5 hours a day
Pre-Competition Ritual:
Enough sleep, drinking lots of water. For me to be as relaxed and possible.
Favorite Song to Pump You Up:
God's plan by Drake
Role Model in Sports:
Magnus Carlsen
Top Goal for the Future:
Attaining the IM title in chess
When You’re Not Competing, You’re:
Reading books
Life Motto:
"Irungu you can do it"
Dream Competition Destination:
Paris, France
Message to Aspiring Athletes:
Everything is possible, chase that dream and work for it.
