GA Cubers Big Blind Qualifier 2026
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All results- 3x3x3 BlindfoldedTien Tran21.52
- 3x3x3 Fewest MovesKellan Butler26.33
- 4x4x4 BlindfoldedKyra Joiner4:49.39
- 5x5x5 Blindfolded—
- 3x3x3 Multi-BlindTien Tran19/20 in 57:28
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Competition recap
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Tien Tran Shines as Blindfolded Specialists Battle at GA Cubers Big Blind Qualifier 2026English
A blistering single of 21.52 seconds in the final round of 3x3x3 Blindfolded delivered Tien Tran a defining victory at the GA Cubers Big Blind Qualifier 2026. Held at Red Top Mountain State Park in Acworth, Georgia, USA on May 17, 2026, the dedicated gathering put memory and efficiency to the ultimate test across five specialised events. Across two rounds of blindfolded solving, Tran secured the top spot on the podium after sealing the decisive winning attempt, overcoming the pack in an event where complete accuracy without sight is mandatory.
The one-day WCA competition brought together 13 competitors across six total rounds of action, focusing heavily on non-traditional Rubik's Cube disciplines. The venue provided a focused atmosphere for speedcubing enthusiasts tackling demanding formats. Tran extended his dominance to 3x3x3 Multi-Blind, where he successfully solved 19 out of 20 cubes within a time of 57:28. That masterclass in long-form recall earned him another gold medal, holding off Fred Johnson who finished second with 7 out of 8 cubes solved in 56:57.
In the 4x4x4 Blindfolded event, Kyra Joiner delivered the standout performance of the bracket. Taking on the complex parity cases and increased piece count of the four-layered puzzle without sight, Joiner registered a winning single of 4:49.39 to top the six-person field. Daniel Mullen captured second place with a time of 14:39.00, while Fred Johnson rounded out the podium positions with an 18:12.00 effort. Joiner proved to be a versatile force across the schedule, challenging across multiple disciplines.
Fewest Moves solving required an entirely different mindset at the GA Cubers Big Blind Qualifier 2026, trading raw physical turning speed for rigorous analytical breakdown. Kellan Butler triumphed in the 3x3x3 Fewest Moves contest among 12 competitors, recording a best single of 26 moves and an overall winning average of 26.33. Kyra Joiner finished second with a solid 29.67 average, followed by Daniel Mullen in third place with a 32.67 mark, showcasing top-tier algorithmic efficiency under strict timed conditions.
Beyond the top podium spots, several competitors delivered remarkable personal achievements throughout the weekend. Nate Hunter entered three events and made substantial progress in 3x3x3 Fewest Moves, setting a new personal best single of 31 moves, an improvement of 6.1 percent over his previous best of 33, while also earning a 6th place finish in 3x3x3 Multi-Blind. Clay Moore tackled four separate events across the schedule, achieving his best result of the meet with a 4th place finish in the demanding 4x4x4 Blindfolded contest.
Dalton Padgett took on three events and secured a 6th place finish in 3x3x3 Multi-Blind, matching steady concentration against a deep field of memorisation specialists. Justin Barker also entered three events, navigating the blindfolded brackets to finish 4th in 3x3x3 Blindfolded. Meanwhile, Roxana Johnson entered 3x3x3 Fewest Moves and secured 9th place, and Katie Hull focused entirely on the 3x3x3 Fewest Moves event, placing 8th overall in the final standings.
The event drew international representation as Ireland collected two podium finishes during the cubing competition. Declan Mangan-Lamb claimed third place in 3x3x3 Blindfolded with a time of 1:33.32, finishing just behind Kyra Joiner's 51.04 runner-up mark. Mangan-Lamb added another bronze in 3x3x3 Multi-Blind by resolving 3 out of 4 cubes in 24:03, highlighting steady international talent amidst strong competition from United States speed cubing contenders.
The ultra-difficult 5x5x5 Blindfolded competition proved unrelenting for all entrants at the GA Cubers Big Blind Qualifier 2026, as Kyra Joiner, Antonio Bonessi, and Fred Johnson all recorded DNFs on their official attempts. Even without a successful solve in the largest blindfolded category, the meet demonstrated high technical mastery across the board. From critical 3x3 results to intricate multi-cube challenges, the tournament concluded as a memorable showcase of discipline and mental endurance.