The Rubik's Cube, invented in 1974 by Ernő Rubik, has not only become an iconic puzzle but also a competitive sport known as 'speedcubing'. Competitors, or 'cubers', from around the globe have pushed the limits of manual dexterity, memory, and solving strategies to complete the cube in record-breaking times. This article explores the top 10 fastest Rubik's Cube solving times and world records, showcasing the extraordinary talents within the speedcubing community.

1. Fastest Time to Solve a Rubik's Cube (3x3) - Yusheng Du (China)

Yusheng Du (China) set the world record for the fastest time to solve a 3x3 Rubik's Cube at the Wuhu Open 2018, with an astonishing time of 3.47 seconds. This record shattered the previous best and demonstrated remarkable speed and skill.

2. Fastest Female Solver - Juliette Sébastien (France)

Juliette Sébastien from France holds the record for the fastest Rubik's Cube solve by a female, clocking in at 4.79 seconds during the French Championship 2023. This achievement marks a significant milestone in promoting gender representation in the speedcubing community.

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3. Fastest Blindfolded Solve - Max Hilliard (USA)

Max Hilliard (USA) accomplished the fastest blindfolded solve of a 3x3 Rubik's Cube at the Cubing USA Nationals 2019, with a time of 15.50 seconds. Blindfolded solving requires memorizing the cube's state before solving it without sight, highlighting incredible mental visualization skills.

4. Fastest One-Handed Solve - Max Park (USA)

Max Park (USA) achieved the fastest one-handed 3x3 Rubik's Cube solve at the Please Be Quiet Berkeley 2021, recording a time of 6.82 seconds. Solving the cube one-handed adds an extra layer of complexity and demonstrates exceptional fine motor skills.

5. Fastest Solve With Feet - Daniel Rose-Levine (USA)

Although competitions for solving the Rubik's Cube with feet are no longer held by the World Cube Association (WCA) since 2019, Daniel Rose-Levine (USA) still holds the record with a time of 16.96 seconds, set at the Heartland Champs 2018. This category showcased a unique form of dexterity and problem-solving.

6. Fastest Average Solve Time - Tymon Kolasiński (Poland)

Tymon Kolasiński (Poland) secured the record for the fastest average time to solve a 3x3 Rubik's Cube, with an average time of 5.48 seconds over five solves (excluding the fastest and slowest times) at the Grudziądz Open 2021. Consistency at such speeds is rare and demonstrates profound mastery.

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7. Fastest Robot to Solve a Rubik's Cube - Sub1 Reloaded

The record for the fastest robot to solve a Rubik's Cube is held by the Sub1 Reloaded, built by Infineon Technologies, with a solve time of 0.637 seconds in 2016. This technological marvel used cameras to scan the cube's initial state and an algorithm to determine the fastest solution.

8. Largest Rubik's Cube Solved by a Robot - MultiCuber 999

The MultiCuber 999, another robot, solved the largest Rubik's Cube---a 9x9x9 puzzle---in a recorded time, demonstrating the potential of AI and robotics in problem-solving scenarios beyond traditional human capabilities.

9. Fastest Solve of a 7x7 Rubik's Cube - Max Park (USA)

Max Park (USA) also holds the world record for the fastest solve of a 7x7 Rubik's Cube, achieving a time of 1 minute, 40.89 seconds at the Cubing USA Western Championship 2023. The larger cube variants demand not only speed but also advanced solving strategies.

10. Most Rubik's Cubes Solved Underwater in One Breath - Kevin Hays (USA)

Kevin Hays (USA) managed to solve eight 3x3 Rubik's Cubes underwater in a single breath at the Lewis & Clark College in 2014, combining physical endurance with mental agility in a unique challenge.

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These records exemplify the pinnacle of skill within the speedcubing community, reflecting years of practice, strategy refinement, and sometimes, innovations in solving techniques. As technology advances and more individuals join the speedcubing ranks, we can anticipate these records to be challenged, driving the boundaries of what is possible in this fascinating intersection of physical dexterity and mental acuity.

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