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Вўtop Fails Del Speedcubing! В™› May 2026

If a cuber’s hands aren't flat on the sensor before starting, the solve can be disqualified.

For a world-class solver, a +2 can turn a potential world record into a mediocre time. ВЎTop FAILS del Speedcubing! в™›

Cubers have 15 seconds to inspect the cube. Going over 15 seconds results in a +2; going over 17 seconds is a DNF. Some of the most famous fails involve a cuber getting "lost" in their cross-solution and losing track of time. Psychological Pressure and "Lock-ups" If a cuber’s hands aren't flat on the

In a panic, a cuber might stop the timer and accidentally hit it again, restarting it or clearing the time entirely. This effectively "erases" the solve from existence. ВЎTop FAILS del Speedcubing! в™›