PBs in Palisades Spring 2025

One hundred and four competitors took to the tables at the Palisades Center on April 19, 2025, bringing regional contenders together for a stacked single-day schedule. Across 11 hard-fought rounds, participants tested their preparations in four distinct events, turning West Nyack, New York, USA into a bustling arena for competitive speedcubing. The atmosphere inside the venue highlighted intense regional rivalries, with competitors trading decisive turn sequences and rapid personal bests throughout PBs in Palisades Spring 2025.

The premier event delivered high drama as 104 entrants clashed through three rounds of the classic Rubik's Cube. Carson Widjaja asserted control in the final round of 3x3x3 Cube, posting a winning average of 6.22 along with a top single solve of 6.03. Widjaja edged out fellow regional contender Stanley Chapel, who claimed second place with an average of 6.99, while Aaron Jake Wong secured third place on the podium with an average of 7.29 to complete the official 3x3 results.

Wong found his ultimate triumph earlier in the day during Clock, an event featuring 71 competitors and three demanding rounds. Maintaining precise rhythm across both sides of the circular puzzle, Wong claimed first place with a winning average of 3.29 and an event-best single of 2.79. Quinn Maloney kept the pressure on the leader, locking up second place with a 3.55 average, while Benjamin Wiginton earned the third podium step by averaging 4.27 in the finals.

The triangular challenge of Pyraminx drew 90 competitors through three rounds of lightning-quick solves. Parker Trager emerged victorious by delivering a winning average of 2.25, supported by the day's sharpest single at 1.05. The race for the remaining podium spots came down to fractions of a second between training rivals, with Yuki Nagai taking second place with an average of 2.63, narrowly ahead of Luciano James Capuano in third at 2.65.

The 12-sided Megaminx contest brought 60 solvers to the tables across two rounds of intricate maneuvering. Alexei Sinyavin dominated the event, sealing the victory with a 30.09 winning average and an impressive single of 27.37. Indonesia's Matthew Liong claimed second place with an average of 36.32, marking an international highlight in the American-heavy field, while Declan Wilhelm rounded out the podium in third place with an average of 36.86.

Beyond the championship races, the floor of PBs in Palisades Spring 2025 gave under-the-radar competitors an ideal setting to log memorable milestones. Hudson Law entered three events and delivered a standout Pyraminx personal best of 3.80, improving by 64.1 percent over a previous mark of 10.59, while also completing a first ever attempt at Clock in 23.45. Wyatt Jafolla tackled four events, recording a first ever attempt at Megaminx in 2:20.76 and a first ever attempt at Clock in 14.23, alongside a Pyraminx personal best of 4.43 that shaved 55.5 percent off an earlier best. Kyle McSharry took a massive 44.1 percent leap in the 3x3x3 Cube with a personal best of 15.29, and Michael K. Lee cut 40.9 percent off his previous benchmark by posting a 35.38 single.

Other dedicated solvers added to the weekend tally with remarkable progress across multiple disciplines. Minz Vora took on three events, posting a first ever attempt at Megaminx of 2:52.95, a 3x3x3 Cube personal best of 21.69, and a Pyraminx personal best of 14.73 that was 39.1 percent faster than before. Wataru Hsiao completed four events, notching a first ever attempt at Clock in 36.86 alongside a 3x3x3 Cube personal best of 19.98, which improved on past results by 34.7 percent. Clara Peng-Ma contested four events, earning a Clock personal best of 18.70 for a 32.9 percent reduction while lodging a first ever attempt at Megaminx in 2:29.41. Shai Arbisser similarly embraced four events, securing a Clock personal best of 7.25 that was 31.7 percent faster and making a first ever attempt at Megaminx in 1:30.88.

The gathering proved to be a vibrant WCA competition, demonstrating the incredible dedication of participants who travel across the district to test their skills. Whether chasing top seeds or recording major drops on personal time sheets, every solver contributed to the energy that defines a modern speed cubing meet. With smooth organization and competitive parity across every bracket, PBs in Palisades Spring 2025 stood out as a highlight of the season in New York.

As the final timers were packed away, the collective achievements across all 11 rounds underscored the depth of regional talent. Carson Widjaja and Aaron Jake Wong led the victory count, but the widespread personal milestones confirmed that every competitor had something meaningful to celebrate. Looking ahead to the next cubing competition, solvers from PBs in Palisades Spring 2025 will carry forward sharp solves, fresh confidence, and renewed motivation for future encounters.