Achacachi Speedcubing Open 2026

A winning average of 10.68 seconds was all it took to define the tone of the weekend in Achacachi, Bolivia. At the Club de Ajedrez Mentes Creativas, the Achacachi Speedcubing Open 2026 assembled a competitive field of 28 competitors on April 26, 2026. Across 6 hard-fought rounds, solvers pushed through a tight two-event program that showcased precision, speed, and mental stamina in equal measure.

The focal point of the gathering was Cristhian Alcon Chipana, who asserted his control over the competition tables across multiple events. Delivering the standard on the classic Rubik's Cube, Alcon Chipana produced the top single solve of the entire tournament at 9.74 seconds. He paired that sharp execution with consistent turns to secure the top step of the podium in the 3x3x3 Cube, anchoring his dominant run.

Alcon Chipana was not finished after claiming the 3x3 results crown. Stepping up to the 2x2x2 Cube, he navigated through three separate rounds of fast-paced turning to secure a runner-up finish with a 3.63 final average. That dual-event mastery highlighted his command of the schedule, earning podium hardware in every discipline contested on the day and setting a formidable standard for the rest of the field.

The competition in the 2x2x2 Cube remained intensely competitive throughout the afternoon, drawing 26 entrants. Daniel Yanapa captured the championship title in the event, laying down a decisive 3.02 winning average alongside a tournament-best single solve of 2.56 seconds. Pedro Josue Chambi Ventura rounded out the podium in third place with a 3.67 average, having also earned third place in the 3x3x3 Cube with a 14.10 mark behind Armando Ruben Cantuta Poma, who took second with 13.72.

Away from the top steps of the podium, several solvers delivered major personal milestones that shaped the narrative of the Achacachi Speedcubing Open 2026. Damaris Natalia Tacuña Saico posted a standout 2x2x2 Cube personal best of 6.57 seconds, which was 64.3 percent faster than her prior mark of 18.42. Samuel Santiago Quito Bautista entered two events, logging an 11.50 in his first ever attempt at 2x2x2 Cube while cutting his 3x3x3 Cube personal best to 33.03 seconds, an improvement of 23.8 percent. Anderzon Spencer Flores Holguín took on two disciplines, recording a 4.48 in his first ever attempt at 2x2x2 Cube, a 15.17 personal best in the 3x3x3 Cube, and a best finish of 8th place. Kamila Alejandra Vargas Aguilar improved her 2x2x2 Cube mark to an 11.89 personal best across her two entered events.

The depth of progress continued across the tournament floor as more athletes found their rhythm. Joel Fabricio Limachi Valdez achieved a 3x3x3 Cube personal best of 13.85 seconds, improving by 6.3 percent on the way to a 5th place best finish. Christian Jhonatan Mamani Alave concentrated on a single event and secured a best finish of 4th in the 3x3x3 Cube. Martín Rodrigo Calle Quiroz took on two events, earning a best finish of 5th in the 2x2x2 Cube along with a 4.37 personal best. Taking the floor for a first WCA competition, Andersson Darwin Carreño Polo registered an 18.19 in his first ever attempt at 2x2x2 Cube and a 38.39 in his first ever attempt at 3x3x3 Cube.

The tournament atmosphere highlighted how quickly the local speedcubing scene is evolving in the region. Each speed cubing heat demanded quick transitions and intense focus, from the rapid rotations of the 2x2x2 Cube to the strategic nuance required by the main event. Solvers from Bolivia claimed all six available podium spots, turning the venue into a vibrant showcase of national puzzle talent.

As the final timers were packed away, the Achacachi Speedcubing Open 2026 concluded as an efficient, high-energy cubing competition. With Cristhian Alcon Chipana leading the field through an exceptional display of multi-discipline control, and dozens of new personal benchmarks written into the registry, the stage is set for an even brighter upcoming season of competitive cubing.