American speedcuber Tommy Cherry has reclaimed the Guinness World Record for the fastest time to solve a 3x3x3 Rubik’s Cube blindfolded, finishing the puzzle in a stunning 11.56 seconds.
The 21-year-old achieved the feat on June 28, 2026, during the Mid-Atlantic Quiet Championship 2026 held in Branchburg, New Jersey. The accomplishment dethrones Australia’s Charlie Eggins, who previously set the mark of 11.67 seconds on January 10, 2026, in Sydney.
Key Highlights of the Historic Achievement:
- Remarkable Record Progression: Tommy Cherry first set the blindfolded Rubik’s Cube world record in 2021 with a time of 15.27 seconds and has consistently broken his own speed marks over the past several years.
- Shared World Average Record: In addition to holding the fastest single-solve record, Tommy Cherry and Charlie Eggins currently hold the joint world record for the fastest average time to solve a 3x3x3 Rubik’s Cube blindfolded, both standing at an average of 14.05 seconds.
- First Record Since 2024: Expressing his satisfaction with the victory, Cherry noted that this marks his first world record since 2024, adding that he aims to maintain his momentum and further refine his times in upcoming competitions.
📊 Fact-Sheet Summary
- Record Holder: Tommy Cherry (21 years old, USA).
- New Record Time: 11.56 seconds (3x3x3 Rubik’s Cube Blindfolded).
- Previous Record Holder: Charlie Eggins (Australia) with 11.67 seconds (Set January 10, 2026).
- Event & Location: Mid-Atlantic Quiet Championship 2026 (Branchburg, New Jersey, USA).
- Date of Event: June 28, 2026.
- Joint Record: Fastest blindfolded solve average (14.05 seconds shared by Tommy Cherry and Charlie Eggins).
