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6-year-old Chinese girl reportedly sets Rubik's Cube world record, completing puzzle in just over 4 seconds

A six-year-old girl from China has reportedly set a world record by solving a Rubik's Cube in just over four seconds. This accomplishment follows a series of recent youth and puzzle milestones tracked across international platforms. A Hong Kong shopping mall previously secured a Guinness World Record with an 8.2-foot Rubik's cube, while ten-year-old Malaysian competitor Punithamalar Rajashekar arranged a chessboard blindfolded in 45.72 seconds. Official cubing databases and tracking sites continue to log national, continental, and global records as competitions unfold worldwide.

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  • ✓ A six-year-old girl from China has reportedly set a world record by solving a Rubik's Cube in just over four seconds.
  • ✓ This accomplishment follows a series of recent youth and puzzle milestones tracked across international platforms.
  • ✓ A Hong Kong shopping mall previously secured a Guinness World Record with an 8.
🛡️ Source Corroboration: 49 independent reporting domains (20% confidence) ⏱ Read time: ~2 min

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The feed has been updated with reports of a six-year-old Chinese girl completing a Rubik's cube in slightly over four seconds, adding to prior youth puzzle achievements.

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  1. 6-Year-Old Chinese Girl Sets Rubik's Cube Record

    A six-year-old girl from China has reportedly set a world record by solving a Rubik's Cube in just over four seconds. This accomplishment follows a series of recent youth and puzzle milestones tracked across international platforms. A Hong Kong shopping mall previously secured a Guinness World Record with an 8.2-foot Rubik's cube, while ten-year-old Malaysian competitor Punithamalar Rajashekar arranged a chessboard blindfolded in 45.72 seconds. Official cubing databases and tracking sites continue to log national, continental, and global records as competitions unfold worldwide.

    Why it matters

    Competitive puzzle-solving continues to see younger participants achieving remarkable milestones at certified events. The World Cube Association manages the platform for running competitions and sharing official live results globally. Tracking systems routinely update national, continental, and world records nightly as new performances are verified.

    Still unconfirmed

    • A six-year-old Chinese girl reportedly set a Rubik's cube world record by completing the puzzle in just over four seconds.

    What to watch next

    • Official verification and database updates from the World Cube Association regarding the reported six-year-old record.
    • Publication of certified tournament times and participant details.
    Sources used for this update (3)
    1. themiddlethree.com — Latest records — every record as it falls - themiddlethree.com
    2. live.worldcubeassociation.org — WCA Live - World Cube Association
    3. www.kidspuzzlesandgames.co.uk — Puzzle Sheets - Kids Puzzles and Games
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  2. Hong Kong Mall And Malaysian Youth Set New Guinness World Records

    A Hong Kong shopping mall has earned a Guinness World Record by assembling the world's largest Rubik's cube, measuring 8.2 feet on each side. In a separate record-breaking achievement, 10-year-old Malaysian girl Punithamalar Rajashekar arranged a chessboard blindfolded in 45.72 seconds, also securing a Guinness World Record. These accomplishments expand recent youth and puzzle-related world records, following prior achievements by young competitors in solving standard Rubik's cubes at certified international events.

    Why it matters

    These events build upon recent public attention directed toward young prodigies setting speed and puzzle records. Official oversight bodies like Guinness World Records continue to validate feats ranging from blindfolded board organization to massive structural installations.

    What is confirmed

    • A mall in Hong Kong built a Rubik's cube measuring 8.2 feet on each side, breaking a Guinness World Record.
    • Punithamalar Rajashekar, a 10-year-old girl from Malaysia, arranged a chessboard blindfolded in 45.72 seconds.
    • Punithamalar Rajashekar secured a Guinness World Record for the fastest time to arrange a chess set blindfolded.

    What to watch next

    • Verification of further records attempted at the Hong Kong mall exhibit.
    • Additional official documentation regarding Punithamalar Rajashekar's blindfolded chess achievement.
    Sources used for this update (2)
    1. londondaily.com — World's largest Rubik's cube assembled at Hong Kong mall
    2. www.wionews.com — WATCH: 10-year-old Malaysian girl arranges chessboard in ...
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  3. 6-Year-Old Chinese Girl Sets Rubik's Cube Record

    A six-year-old Chinese girl named Lian Yunzhi established a women's world record for the 3x3x3 Rubik's Cube during a certified competition in Wuhan, China. State broadcaster CCTV documented her average at 4.52 seconds, followed by a 4.27-second average in Guangzhou. Lian trained through hours of daily practice and memorized more than 1,300 algorithms. Additionally, competitor Xuanyi Geng achieved a 2.51-second single solve at the Guangzhou Grand Open 2026, securing recognition from Guinness World Records.

    Why it matters

    Competitive speedcubing continues to see remarkably young participants mastering complex algorithms and hand-eye coordination drills. The accomplishments highlight a growing trend of juvenile competitors setting international benchmarks in puzzle events previously dominated by older teenagers and adults.

    What is confirmed

    • Six-year-old Lian Yunzhi set a women's world record for the 3x3x3 Rubik's Cube at a certified competition in Wuhan, China.
    • State broadcaster CCTV reported Lian Yunzhi's average at 4.52 seconds in Wuhan.
    • Lian Yunzhi followed her Wuhan performance with a 4.27-second average in Guangzhou.
    • Lian Yunzhi achieved her times after practicing for hours daily and memorizing more than 1,300 algorithms.
    • Xuanyi Geng recorded a 2.51-second single solve at the Guangzhou Grand Open 2026, earning recognition from Guinness World Records.

    What to watch next

    • Official ratification of the reported times by international speedcubing governing bodies.
    • Additional tournament appearances by Lian Yunzhi and Xuanyi Geng.
    Sources used for this update (2)
    1. www.rte.ie — Six-year-old Chinese girl sets world record with Rubik's cube
    2. www.wxf-xiangqi.org — World Xiangqi Federation 世界象棋联合会 (WXF) - World Xiangqi ...
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  4. Six-Year-Old Speedcuber Sets Rubik's Cube Record

    Six-year-old Lian Yunzhi set a women's world record for the 3x3x3 Rubik's Cube at a certified competition in Wuhan, China. State broadcaster CCTV reported her average at 4.52 seconds, which she followed with a 4.27-second average in Guangzhou. Lian achieved these times after practicing for hours daily and memorizing more than 1,300 algorithms. Meanwhile, fellow competitor Xuanyi Geng recorded a 2.51-second single solve at the Guangzhou Grand Open 2026, earning recognition from Guinness World Records.

    Why it matters

    Speedcubing competitions are governed by the World Cube Association, which oversees events for mechanical twisting puzzles. Accomplishments in these regulated events require extreme dexterity and intense memorization of advanced mathematical sequences. Young competitors continue to push the boundaries of puzzle resolution times at certified tournaments across China.

    What is confirmed

    • Lian Yunzhi broke a women's record at a World Cube Association-certified competition in Wuhan, central China, recording an average time of 4.52 seconds.

    Still unconfirmed

    • Lian Yunzhi followed her Wuhan performance with a 4.27-second average in Guangzhou, and practiced for hours daily while memorizing over 1,300 algorithms.

    What to watch next

    • Official rating updates from the World Cube Association regarding certified tournament averages
    • Further Guinness World Records verifications for single solve attempts by young speedcubers
    Sources used for this update (3)
    1. www.worldcubeassociation.org — World Cube Association
    2. thetruestory.news — 6-year-old girl from China breaks women’s Rubik’s Cube speed ...
    3. pagesix.com — Nessa Barrett spills on her old 'cringe' TikToks, falling in ...
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  5. Chinese Speedcuber Sets New Rubik's Cube Record

    Six-year-old speedcuber Lian Yunzhi set a women's world record for the 3x3x3 Rubik's Cube at a World Cube Association certified competition in Wuhan. State broadcaster CCTV reported her average at 4.52 seconds, followed by a 4.27-second average in Guangzhou. Meanwhile, fellow competitor Xuanyi Geng recorded a 2.51-second single solve at the Guangzhou Grand Open 2026, which Guinness World Records recognized as a new record. Lian achieved her times after practicing for hours daily and memorizing more than 1,300 algorithms.

    Why it matters

    Competitive speedcubing continues to see rapid performance milestones set by younger competitors in China. These achievements highlight the intense dedication required at elite levels of the sport, where competitors memorize vast algorithm libraries to complete the puzzle in mere seconds. Official certification bodies track these metrics closely during sanctioned events.

    What is confirmed

    • Xuanyi Geng set a new record by solving the Rubik's Cube in 2.51 seconds, according to Guinness World Records.

    Still unconfirmed

    • Lian Yunzhi achieved an average of 4.52 seconds at a certified competition in Wuhan and later recorded a 4.27-second average in Guangzhou.

    What to watch next

    • Official ratification of additional speedcubing records from upcoming World Cube Association events.
    • Further updates from Guinness World Records regarding youth division standings.
    Sources used for this update (2)
    1. jiujigongsingapore.com — 【老红糖-经典原味 Jiujigong Ancient Brown Sugar Cube – Classic .....
    2. ria.ru — Мальчик из Китая установил новый мировой рекорд по сбору ...
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  6. Six-Year-Old Speedcuber Sets Women's Rubik's Cube Record

    Six-year-old speedcuber Lian Yunzhi has broken the women's world record for the 3x3x3 Rubik's Cube during a World Cube Association certified competition in Wuhan. State broadcaster CCTV reported that she achieved an average of 4.52 seconds at the event, making her the first female speedcuber to average under 4.5 seconds. Lian subsequently recorded a 4.27-second average in Guangzhou after practicing for hours daily and memorizing over 1,300 algorithms, while fellow competitor Xuanyi Geng lowered another record with a 2.51-second single solve at the Guangzhou Grand Open 2026.

    Why it matters

    The achievements of young competitors like Lian Yunzhi and Xuanyi Geng highlight the rapid progression of speedcubing performance in China. Official recognition by the World Cube Association ensures these marks meet rigorous standards for tournament timing and puzzle scrambles. The competitive scene continues to see younger participants mastering complex mathematical algorithms to break established gender and age boundaries in puzzle sports.

    What is confirmed

    • Six-year-old Lian Yunzhi broke the women's world record for the 3x3x3 Rubik's Cube at a World Cube Association certified competition in Wuhan.
    • According to CCTV, Lian Yunzhi is the first female speedcuber to average under 4.5 seconds.

    What to watch next

    • Further certification of Lian Yunzhi's times by the World Cube Association
    • Upcoming tournament appearances by Lian Yunzhi and Xuanyi Geng
    Sources used for this update (4)
    1. www.youngpostclub.com — Six-year-old girl in China sets world Rubik’s Cube record
    2. www.finanznachrichten.de — Six-year-old Chinese Girl Sets New Rubik's Cube World Record
    3. www.theguardian.com — It’s My Time review – Michelle Yeoh excels in Rocky-style ...
    4. www.eldia.com — A los seis años, hace “magia” con un cubo en 4 segundos
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  7. Chinese Speedcuber Sets New Marks

    Six-year-old Chinese speedcuber Yunzhi Lian set the women's 3x3 Rubik's Cube average world record twice within days in September 2026. State broadcaster CCTV reported her initial 4.52-second average at a World Cube Association-certified event in Wuhan, followed by a 4.27-second average in Guangzhou. Lian practices two to three hours daily and memorizes over 1,300 algorithms. Meanwhile, Chinese speedcuber Xuanyi Geng solved a 3x3 cube in 2.51 seconds at the Guangzhou Grand Open 2026, lowering the previous world record set earlier in the year.

    Why it matters

    Speedcubing continues to see rapid progression as younger competitors establish dominance in global rankings. Lian stands out as the only female speedcuber to average under 4.5 seconds for the 3x3 puzzle. Concurrently, overall records continue to fall with rapid advancements at official competitions.

    What is confirmed

    • Yunzhi Lian is a six-year-old Chinese speedcuber who set the women's 3x3 average world record twice in September 2026.
    • State broadcaster CCTV reported Lian's initial 4.52-second average at a World Cube Association-certified event in Wuhan.
    • Lian achieved a 4.27-second average at a competition in Guangzhou.
    • Lian dedicates two to three hours daily to practice and memorizes over 1,300 algorithms.
    • Xuanyi Geng solved the 3x3 cube in 2.51 seconds at the Guangzhou Grand Open 2026.

    What to watch next

    • Official verification of upcoming speedcubing tournament results
    • Further updates on WCA world record rankings for 3x3 events
    Sources used for this update (8)
    1. www.youtube.com — Number 6 - Learn to Count - Numbers from 1 to 10 - The Number 6...
    2. en.wiktionary.org — 6 - Wiktionary, the free dictionary
    3. jonatanklosko.github.io — Longest streak of world records of the same type in the given ...
    4. ruwix.com — Ruwix Blog - The Latest Rubik's Cube News
    5. Zamin.uz — 9-year-old Chinese boy breaks world record by solving Rubik's ...
    6. jonatanklosko.github.io — Yearly rankings | wca_statistics
    7. deepsymbol.com — Unlock the Hidden Power: The Symbolism of Number 6 That Will...
    8. mathworld.wolfram.com — 6 -- from Wolfram MathWorld
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  8. Yunzhi Lian Sets Speedcubing Record

    Chinese speedcuber Yunzhi Lian, also known as Zhizhi, set a new women's world record by averaging 4.27 seconds on the 3x3 Rubik's Cube at a competition in Guangzhou. State broadcaster CCTV reported that the six-year-old broke the record twice within days, following an initial 4.52-second average at a World Cube Association-certified event in Wuhan. She is the only female speedcuber to average under 4.5 seconds. Her routine includes dedicating two to three hours daily to practice and memorizing more than 1,300 algorithms.

    Why it matters

    The achievement highlights rapid skill development in competitive speedcubing among very young competitors. The accomplishments occurred across official events in Wuhan and Guangzhou.

    What is confirmed

    • Chinese speedcuber Yunzhi Lian set a new women's world record by averaging 4.27 seconds on the 3x3 Rubik's Cube at a competition in Guangzhou.
    • State broadcaster CCTV reported that the six-year-old broke the record twice within days.

    What to watch next

    • Further official World Cube Association tournament results featuring Yunzhi Lian.
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    1. en.wikipedia.org — 6 - Wikipedia
    2. simple.wikipedia.org — 6 (number) - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
    3. www.newworldencyclopedia.org — 6 (number) - New World Encyclopedia
    4. www.factscrush.com — 50 Interesting Facts About the Number 6
    5. 6abc.com — National News, World News, Action News | 6abc.com
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  9. Six-Year-Old Speedcuber Sets Rubik's Cube Record

    Chinese speedcuber Yunzhi Lian set a new women's world record by averaging 4.27 seconds on the 3x3 Rubik's Cube at a competition in Guangzhou. Also known as Zhizhi, the six-year-old is the only female speedcuber to average under 4.5 seconds. State broadcaster CCTV reported that she broke the record twice within days, following an initial 4.52-second average at a World Cube Association-certified event in Wuhan. She dedicates two to three hours daily to practice and has memorized more than 1,300 algorithms.

    Why it matters

    Speedcubing events organized under certified bodies attract competitors of all ages to test solving speeds under strict regulations. Lian's rapid rise highlights the increasingly young demographic entering competitive puzzle solving. Her achievement sets a new benchmark for female speedcubers worldwide.

    What is confirmed

    • Yunzhi Lian is a six-year-old speedcuber from China.
    • She established a new women's world record with an average solve time of 4.27 seconds.

    What to watch next

    • Official rating updates from the World Cube Association
    • Future competition schedules for Lian Yunzhi
    Sources used for this update (3)
    1. www.news24.com — Six-year-old girl sets record solving a Rubik’s Cube in 4,27 ...
    2. video.corriere.it — Cubo di Rubik, bambina di sei anni batte il record mondiale ...
    3. www.aol.com — Asian Entertainment Headlines at 8:36 a.m. GMT - AOL
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  10. 6-Year-Old Chinese Girl Sets Women's Rubik's Cube World Record

    Six-year-old Lian Yunzhi from China shattered the women's 3x3 Rubik's Cube world record by achieving an average solve time of 4.27 seconds at a competition in Guangzhou. State broadcaster CCTV reported that Lian broke the record twice within days, initially setting a 4.52-second average at a World Cube Association-certified event in Wuhan. The young speedcuber, also known as Zhizhi, masters over 1,300 algorithms and trains for two to three hours daily. Her mother described the record as a dream come true, noting that Lian now receives autograph requests from her fellow students.

    Why it matters

    Lian first attempted to solve a Rubik's Cube at four years old, when her solves took approximately 90 seconds. Her rapid progression highlights intense training regimens and cognitive skill development among very young competitors in modern speedcubing. The World Cube Association officially certified the competitions where she established her consecutive record-breaking averages.

    What is confirmed

    • Six-year-old Lian Yunzhi set a new women's Rubik's Cube world record with an average solve time of 4.27 seconds.
    • Lian broke the record twice in a matter of days, first recording an average of 4.52 seconds in Wuhan before improving it in Guangzhou.
    • State broadcaster CCTV reported that Lian first tried solving a Rubik's Cube at four years old, taking 90 seconds at the time.
    • Lian masters over 1,300 algorithms and practices two to three hours daily.

    What to watch next

    • Official rating updates from the World Cube Association confirming her lifetime rankings
    • Future competition appearances by Lian Yunzhi at upcoming speedcubing events
    Sources used for this update (14)
    1. www.wxxv25.com — 6-year-old Chinese girl sets women’s Rubik’s Cube speed record
    2. www.weareresonate.com — Six Year Old Prodigy Lian Yunzhi Smashes Women Rubiks Cube ...
    3. sports.yahoo.com — 6-year-old Chinese girl sets women’s Rubik’s Cube speed record
    4. nypost.com — 6-year-old Chinese girl sets Rubik’s Cube world record
    5. newsable.asianetnews.com — 6-Year-Old Chinese Girl Sets Rubik’s Cube World Record in 4. ...
    6. www.youtube.com — Viral Video | Six-Year-Old Chinese Girl Sets Rubik’s Cube ...
    7. www.newsday.com — 6-year-old Chinese girl sets women's Rubik's Cube speed record
    8. www.theguardian.com — Specialist coaches and hours of practice a day: the making of China’s six-year-old Rubik’s Cube prodi....
    9. dailypioneer.com — Six-year-old Chinese girl sets women’s Rubik’s Cube speed ...
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    12. newswav.com — Six-year-old Chinese girl sets world record with Rubik's Cube
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  11. 6-Year-Old Chinese Girl Sets Rubik's Cube World Record

    A six-year-old girl in China has reportedly set a new women's Rubik's Cube world record, completing the puzzle in just over four seconds. Multiple outlets report that the young competitor solved the cube in under 4.5 seconds. This feat places her among the fastest solvers in the world for her category. Observers and puzzle enthusiasts have highlighted the speed of the young competitor as she completed the task.

    Why it matters

    Speedcubing competitions attract participants of all ages globally, with records tracked across various categories including age and gender. Achieving a sub-five-second solve requires immense dexterity, pattern recognition, and practice. Young competitors entering the record books demonstrate the shifting demographics of top-tier speedcubers.

    What is confirmed

    • A six-year-old Chinese girl reportedly set a Rubik's Cube world record by completing the puzzle in just over four seconds.
    • The young competitor solved the puzzle in under 4.5 seconds.

    What to watch next

    • Official verification of the record by governing bodies
    • Release of full video documentation or tournament details
    Sources used for this update (6)
    1. CBS News — 6-year-old Chinese girl reportedly sets Rubik's Cube world record, completing puzzle in just over 4 seconds
    2. theguardian.com — Six-year-old Chinese girl ‘sets new women’s Rubik’s Cube world record’
    3. People.com — 6-Year-Old Girl Solves Rubik’s Cube in Under 4.5 Seconds to Break World Record
    4. The New York Times — 6-Year-Old Girl in China Sets a Rubik’s Cube Record
    5. The Washington Post — 6-year-old sets Rubik’s Cube world record
    6. ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos — Video Six-year-old breaks Rubik's cube record
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