A 9-year-old speedcuber from Gdańsk, Teodor Zajder, achieved a record-breaking time of 2.76 seconds in the Rubik's cube 3x3x3 single event, marking the first time anyone has gone below three seconds officially.
Teodor Zajder, a 9-year-old from Gdańsk, has made history in the speedcubing community by setting a new world record in the Rubik's cube 3x3x3 single category with an astonishing time of 2.76 seconds. This remarkable achievement occurred during the GLS Big Cubes 2026 competition, where he eclipsed the previous record of 3.05 seconds, held by a Chinese competitor, by over a quarter of a second. The event not only thrilled participants but also resonated deeply within the global speedcubing community, highlighting the significance of such a breakthrough.
Despite his young age, Teodor competes directly against adult champions without being categorized by his age, illustrating his exceptional skill and dedication to the sport. His success has inspired many, showing that barriers in competitive sports can be broken. The achievement has particularly stirred emotions among attendees and online enthusiasts, who view it as a remarkable leap in the sport.
The previous assumption that it was near impossible to achieve a time below three seconds has now been challenged, with Teodor’s record opening possibilities for other young competitors. In setting this new benchmark, Teodor Zajder not only secures his place in speedcubing history but also paves the way for future innovations and records in the world of competitive Rubik's cube solving.
