New UK 'cubing' record set in Bolton as teen solves 2x2 Rubik's cube in less than a second
Daniel Partridge set a new UK record in the 2x2 category
An avid cuber has set a new UK record after solving a 2x2 Rubik's cube in less than a second.
More than 100 competitors from around the world brought their puzzle-solving skills to the UK Cubing Association competition in Bolton - the first to be held in the North West.
Daniel Partridge, who says he practices everyday, came out with the fastest time in the 2x2 category, after completing it in 0.65 seconds.
He also currently averages 8.22 seconds for a 3x3 cube, and is ranked 16th in the UK.
Eleanor Sinnott travelled from Glasgow for the Bolton event
Speedcubing, where competitors aim to solve Rubik's cube type puzzles against the clock, is becoming increasingly popular - especially among young people.
Demand has seen a number of new cubing competitions start up across the country.
People travelling from as far as the USA, Candada, Honk Kong, Poland and Taiwan for this one.
Nevins Chan officiated at the UKCA competition in Bolton
Nevins Chan, of the UKCA & WCA, and one of the event organizing team said: "It’s very exciting to start a new cubing competition in the North West and some of the fastest cubers in the country will be in Bolton.
"The event has proved popular, filling up with competitors within an hour of online registration opening!"
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