Redondo Beach FMC Summer 2026

A winning mark of 29.00 moves told the story of precise calculation as Jack Flynn Stewart took the top spot in 3x3x3 Fewest Moves on September 19, 2026. Held at a private residence in Redondo Beach, California, USA, the gathering offered a pure test of analytical problem-solving. While standard speedcubing celebrates raw turning speed and split-second reflexes, this discipline transforms the Rubik's Cube into an exercise of patience, notation, and deliberate sequence building over extended time limits.

The format strips away the frantic tapping of timers in favor of pencils, paper, and careful rotations. Competitors study every face of the puzzle to find the shortest possible route to solved state, turning the standard 3x3 results chase into a meticulous chess match. At Redondo Beach FMC Summer 2026, the quiet focus proved intense across every attempt, showcasing the mental depth that sits alongside the physical dexterity of modern speed cubing.

Stewart navigated the attempts with exceptional efficiency, locking in the decisive 29.00 average to stand at the top of the podium. His solutions avoided superfluous turns, balancing block building and efficient insertions across the board. The performance secured Stewart first place in an event where even a single unnecessary move can dramatically alter the final standings.

Close behind Stewart, Michael Young put together a brilliant sequence of solutions to take second place with a 29.33 average. Young pushed the leader across all attempts, finishing mere fractions of a move away from the title. Kate Grahame completed the all-American podium in third place, recording a 32.67 average to wrap up the top three in a tightly contested field where all three podium positions went to competitors from the United States.

Beyond the battle for podium spots, several competitors achieved remarkable individual milestones that the final medal table often hides. Leading the breakthroughs, August Barnard delivered a massive personal best of 41 moves in 3x3x3 Fewest Moves, a mark 14.6 percent faster than their previous benchmark of 48 moves, while securing a 7th place finish. Karl Prodigalidad stepped up for their first ever attempt at 3x3x3 Fewest Moves in competition, producing a sharp 36 to claim 4th place. Similarly, Paul McNaughton took on their first ever attempt at 3x3x3 Fewest Moves, recording a 47 to finish in 8th place.

Other dedicated solvers also left their mark during the single-event schedule. Matthew Dickman brought vast experience from 265 career events to secure 5th place in the standings. Liv Coverdale focused entirely on the puzzle to earn 6th place, while William Snyder took 9th place in the event. David Cos matched that position by sharing 9th place to round out an impressive group of solvers who made the most of their appearances on the scoresheet.

Specialist gatherings of this nature remain a distinct element of the cubing competition calendar. By dedicating an entire schedule to a single event, the WCA competition allowed participants to immerse themselves fully in the nuances of move count efficiency. The absence of traditional speed events did not diminish the competitive spirit, as solvers traded alternative strategies and tested complex insertions throughout the day.

With Redondo Beach FMC Summer 2026 now in the books, the focus shifts back to the broader competitive circuit as solvers prepare for upcoming challenges in the 2026 calendar. For the participants in Redondo Beach, the quiet battle between pencil, paper, and plastic delivered another memorable chapter in competitive puzzle solving.