Hari-Hari Horas 1 2024

Firstian Fushada delivered a commanding performance on the 2x2x2 Cube, securing the title with a swift 1.88-second average and setting the benchmark for the day with a best single solve of 1.61 seconds. That rapid pace set the tone for Hari-Hari Horas 1 2024, held in Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia on June 26, 2024. Staged at the Kopi Dari Hati Grand Jati Junction, the focused gathering brought together a dedicated field of 12 competitors taking on four rounds across three distinct events, showcasing elite precision across classic disciplines in the regional speedcubing community.

The 2024 cubing competition served as a showcase of high-speed execution, featuring 11 solvers in the 2x2x2 Cube event. Firstian Fushada took the top step of the podium with his winning 1.88-second average, while Malaysia's Ng Jia Quan applied relentless pressure to earn second place with a 2.22 average and the fastest single solve of the entire round at 1.37 seconds. Farrel Enzo Tanaputra completed the podium trio for Indonesia, locking in third place with a 2.43 average after posting a sharp 1.68 single.

The 2x2x2 Cube standings were packed with tightly grouped results throughout the single round of competition. Michael Tjandra registered an average of 3.34 seconds with a 3.18 single, finishing just ahead of Singapore's Wong Chong Wen, who logged a 3.35 average alongside a 2.40 single. Justin Lawrence posted a 3.72 average with a 2.18 best single, while Yucheng Chen of China completed the event with a 4.03 average and a 3.43 single. Malaysian competitors Eng Dickson and Lim Chun Yik recorded averages of 4.27 and 4.51 respectively, and Wilson Alvis rounded out the field results with a 4.66 average and a 3.19 single.

Firstian Fushada extended his authority to the premier Rubik's Cube category, capturing his second title of Hari-Hari Horas 1 2024. Across two rounds of play against a complete field of 12 contenders, Fushada locked in the fastest mark of the tournament with a 6.08 single before closing out the finals with an 8.49 average. His dual victories firmly established him as the central figure of the tournament, balancing rapid inspection with fluid turns across the standard puzzle.

The 3x3 results highlighted an international battle on the medal stand behind Fushada's winning pace. Ng Jia Quan took home second place for Malaysia, turning in a disciplined 8.95-second average in the final round. Wilson Alvis secured the remaining spot on the podium for Indonesia, recording an average of 9.04 seconds to edge out the rest of the field in a closely matched concluding round.

Beyond the championship podiums, the official WCA competition highlighted dedicated efforts across the roster. Lim Chun Yik took on three events throughout the day, achieving his best finish of the competition with a 4th-place result in the 3x3x3 Blindfolded round. Justin Lawrence entered two events on the schedule and reached 6th place in the 2x2x2 Cube, while Michael Tjandra also contested two events, earning his best finish of the day by securing 4th place in the 2x2x2 Cube standings.

The technical challenge shifted dramatically in the 3x3x3 Blindfolded event, which drew seven competitors willing to test their memory and execution under the blindfold. China's Yucheng Chen mastered the discipline, claiming victory with a winning single solve of 23.69 seconds. Fushada demonstrated his versatility by taking second place with a time of 29.63 seconds, while Ng Jia Quan rounded out the podium with a 37.62-second solve to collect his third medal of the day.

By the conclusion of Hari-Hari Horas 1 2024, the host nation Indonesia led the overall medal haul with five podium finishes across the three disciplines. Malaysian competitors earned three podium positions, while China captured one title. The concentrated single-day schedule delivered a competitive speed cubing showcase at Kopi Dari Hati Grand Jati Junction, providing sharp results as the 2024 season continues.

As competitors depart Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia, the official results enter the global rankings. The brief, intense schedule of Hari-Hari Horas 1 2024 highlighted the technical depth of the region's solvers, whose performances across classic twisty puzzles and blindfolded solving set a high standard for forthcoming meets on the competitive calendar.

Kecepatan luar biasa langsung terpancar di Kopi Dari Hati Grand Jati Junction ketika Firstian Fushada (符逢城) mencatatkan rata-rata 1.88 detik pada nomor 2x2x2 Cube. Hasil impresif dengan catatan single terbaik 1.61 detik tersebut mengukuhkan dominasinya di meja perlombaan. Aksi memukau ini membuka rangkaian kompetisi speedcubing yang berlangsung ketat di Medan, North Sumatra, Indonesia pada 26 Juni 2024, di mana para peserta muda menunjukkan perkembangan performa yang sangat pesat sepanjang hari.

Ajang Hari-Hari Horas 1 2024 menghadirkan persaingan yang padat dan efisien dengan total 12 peserta yang beradu kemampuan dalam 3 cabang perlombaan dan 4 putaran. Suasana kompetitif langsung terasa sejak putaran pertama dimulai. Para pemuda yang bertanding membuktikan bahwa dedikasi latihan intensif mampu membuahkan eksekusi gerakan yang sangat cepat dan presisi di atas matras resmi WCA.

Kategori utama 3x3x3 Cube yang mempertemukan 12 peserta dalam dua babak berlangsung sangat sengit hingga putaran final. Firstian Fushada (符逢城) kembali menunjukkan kelasnya dengan merebut gelar juara setelah membukukan rata-rata 8.49 detik serta torehan single terbaik 6.08 detik. Ia berhasil menahan perlawanan ketat dari para pesaing terdekatnya yang terus menekan perolehan waktu hingga penyelesaian kubus terakhir.

Persaingan podium utama 3x3x3 Cube dilengkapi oleh Ng Jia Quan (黄佳铨) dari Malaysia yang menempati posisi kedua dengan rata-rata 8.95 detik. Sementara itu, posisi ketiga diamankan oleh Wilson Alvis (陈智胜) asal Indonesia yang membukukan catatan rata-rata 9.04 detik. Jarak waktu yang sangat tipis di antara ketiga finalis ini menegaskan standar kemampuan tinggi para peserta di nomor paling bergengsi tersebut.

Pada cabang 2x2x2 Cube, kecepatan para peserta kembali teruji melalui putaran tunggal yang diikuti 11 peserta. Di belakang Firstian Fushada (符逢城) yang mengklaim podium teratas dengan rata-rata 1.88 detik, Ng Jia Quan (黄佳铨) menyusul di peringkat kedua dengan rata-rata 2.22 detik dan single 1.37 detik. Farrel Enzo Tanaputra melengkapi podium di peringkat ketiga lewat rata-rata 2.43 detik serta catatan single 1.68 detik.

Perjalanan para peserta di luar podium utama juga menorehkan cerita perjuangan yang sangat berharga di atas panggung. Rei Al Ariq asal Indonesia melakoni debut perdananya dalam kompetisi WCA dengan mengikuti 2 cabang lomba, mencatat percobaan pertama 8.25 detik di 2x2x2 Cube untuk meraih posisi ke-11 dan percobaan perdana 28.65 detik di 3x3x3 Cube. Sementara itu, Wong Chong Wen (黄崇文) turun di 3 cabang dengan pencapaian terbaik posisi ke-5 di 2x2x2 Cube, serta Eng Dickson (黄迪胜) yang juga bersaing di 3 cabang berhasil menempati posisi ke-6 pada nomor 3x3x3 Blindfolded.

Tantangan konsentrasi tingkat tinggi tersaji pada cabang 3x3x3 Blindfolded yang melibatkan 7 peserta. Menghafal seluruh pola kubus sebelum menutup mata membutuhkan ketenangan mental luar biasa, dan nomor ini dimenangkan oleh Yucheng Chen (陈裕铖) dari China lewat single terbaik 23.69 detik. Firstian Fushada (符逢城) mengamankan posisi kedua dengan waktu 29.63 detik, disusul Ng Jia Quan (黄佳铨) di posisi ketiga dengan catatan 37.62 detik.

Secara keseluruhan, sebaran podium di ajang Hari-Hari Horas 1 2024 menunjukkan perolehan yang merata bagi para delegasi internasional, dengan Indonesia meraih 5 podium, Malaysia mengamankan 3 podium, dan China membawa pulang 1 podium. Capaian ini menjadi bukti nyata atmosfer kompetitif yang sehat dan penuh semangat di kawasan Asia Tenggara.

Penyelenggaraan kompetisi kubus Rubik di kota Medan pada tahun 2024 ini berhasil memperlihatkan lompatan kemampuan para peserta yang kian matang. Berakhirnya Hari-Hari Horas 1 2024 meninggalkan catatan waktu yang tajam serta fondasi yang kuat bagi perkembangan para talenta muda untuk terus melaju menuju musim kejuaraan berikutnya.