Information

First time competitors

WCA Regulations

Participants are expected to know WCA regulations before attending an official competition. We will have a competitor tutorial for new participants before the first event on day 2 begins, where we will show how to compete in an official WCA competition. If you want to get a better idea of how the competition works already, please check these videos which will show you this. Reading through this guide. is also a good idea since it shows most things a competitor needs to know.

Pre-competition email

You will receive pre-competition email where we will address various important information for participants to know. This email will also include any changes made since the competition was announced. If there is any other urgent information which we need to communicate to competitors, then it will be done through e-mail so therefore it is important that you check your e-mail regularly.

Verification during competition day

Please bring a form of identification that states both your name and nationality e.g. IC, birth certificate, passport, driver’s license, etc, for verification purposes during on-site registration.

What to bring for the competition

You MUST bring your own puzzles for each event you are registered in. Ensure that your puzzles comply with the WCA Regulations. We also recommend bringing a water bottle to stay hydrated throughout the day. Many competitors like to have a “warm-up cube” to practice with while waiting for their official solve. You may also want to bring a jacket or hoodie in case the venue gets cold, as well as a hand warmer to keep your hands comfortable for solving.

Tutorial for new competitors

We will have a demonstration showing how the competing process works on Sunday afternoon before 3x3 First round begins, but we highly recommend watching these videos to get a good understanding of how solving in competition works. Reading through this guide is also a good idea since it shows most things a competitor needs to know.

What time should arrive the competition

You should be punctual for registration according the the competition schedule. If you only have events for Day 2, you can register on Day 2 instead. Please note that the schedule may be subjected to changes during the competition itself.

You need to be present at the venue at least 60 minutes before your event starts As the schedule may differ slightly from what was previously announced. If you’re not on time and miss the last call for that event, you will not be able to compete for that event. Missing any given event does not bar you from competing in subsequent events (but does bar you from competing in subsequent rounds of events you missed).

Other Information

Events & Schedule

Our schedule, cutoff & time limit is subject to change based on the number of registrants for each event; please pay close attention throughout the open registration period to see if our schedule has been adjusted.

• Please check the events tab for information in time limits & cut-off for each event.

Emails from us:

Competitors should ensure that their email address registered with the WCA is valid and up-to-date, as organizers will use it to send important competition updates and pre-competition information.

Live Results:

Live results can be found here. We'll do our best to update the results as soon as possible during the championship. All scorecards will be double-checked on site, so even though results are provisional, they will be almost 100% accurate.

Competitor groups:

Groups and times can be consulted at Competition Groups. The schedule is not definitive and we may start rounds up to 60 minutes in advance.

For more inquiry

If you have any further questions, please refer to our FAQ page for more details. For inquiries not covered there, feel free to reach out to organisational team

Important Venue Information & Guide

Rules For The Venue

1. Kindly refrain from bringing food and drinks into the venue besides drinking water as the university does not allow food and drinks in the venue. Please use the tables and chairs outside the venue instead.
2. Do not smoke or vape in the venue or anywhere inside the campus. The XMUM campus is a non-smoking area.
3. For participants parking their vehicles in the campus, kindly ensure that your vehicles are parked in the designated parking spots.
4. Kindly refrain from damaging university property such as tables and chairs.

We sincerely hope you will cooperate with us and keep the venue as clean and safe as possible.

XMUM Campus Guide

The XMUM Cube Open 2026 event venue is chosen to take place within a multipurpose hall at Xiamen University Malaysia (XMUM). With this in mind, our team has provided a guide for visitors/competitors to refer to in order to easily access the venue as well as to locate all the necessary facilities such as canteens, restaurants, cafes and suraus.

Please click here to view the XMUM Campus Guide.

Visitor Pass

As per university policy, all visitors are required to register their details before being allowed entry into the campus. Failure to comply may result in refusal of entry for the individual.

Please follow the instructions provided by the Visitor Pass Form link given below to register with your details. You will receive a visitor pass after the form requirements are fulfilled, which will assist you in your entry into the campus.

Click here for the Visitor Pass Form.

Please fill in and submit your registration before Monday, 9 February at 12:00 AM GMT+8.

Accomodation Guide

As the XMUM Cube Open 2026 event will take place across a 2 day period, our team has compiled a list of nearby accomodations for those who wish to seek accomodations to reside in for the event duration.

Please click here to view the list of nearby accomodation options.

Transportation Options

You can take KLIA Transit and get down at Salak Tinggi ERL Station, then use the ride sharing apps (e.g. Grab) or taxi, and instruct the driver to drop you off at the Eastern Gate (for Grab, select Main Entrance) of Xiamen University Malaysia.

Q. Can I register for all events?
A: The base registration fee of RM130 for all events and is inclusive of RM20 MYCSA Admin Fee. Kindly be advised that the included events must be manually selected during registration.

Q: How can I change my registered events? How do I withdraw?
A: If you wish to add/remove/amend your event, or withdraw from the competition, please contact the organising team before Monday, 9 February at 12:00 AM GMT+8.

Q: Is there a qualification time required?
A: There is no qualification time to compete in any event. However, there will be cutoffs and time limits in place, depending on the event. A competitor has to meet the cutoff in order to complete their remaining solves in an average or mean. When a competitor exceeds the time limit during an attempt, the attempt will be marked as “DNF” (Did Not Finish).

Q: How do I know my results? How do I find out if I've progressed to the next round?
A: Results will be uploaded live throughout the day to WCA Live. Please allow some time after finishing your solves for them to be keyed into the system. You may may check if you’ve made it to the following round after all results in a given round have been entered.

Q: Is there an age requirement to participate? Are there any age divisions?
A: There is no age requirement, but the only requirement is that you are able to solve! There will not be any age divisions because age isn’t a barrier in speedcubing, as with other competitions around the world!

Q: What time should I arrive at the competition?
A: You should be punctual for registration according the the competition schedule. If you only have events for Day 2, you can register on Day 2 instead. Please note that the schedule may be subjected to changes during the competition itself.
- Please note that you need to be present at the venue at least 60 minutes before your event starts As the schedule may differ slightly from what was previously announced. If you’re not on time and miss the last call for that event, you will not be able to compete for that event. Missing any given event does not bar you from competing in subsequent events (but does bar you from competing in subsequent rounds of events you missed).

Q: What do I need to know before the competition day?
A: Before attending you should be familiar with the WCA Regulations. You should also know when your events are scheduled throughout the competition. We also recommend to watch this competitor guide and go through this competition tutorial document.

Q. How will I know when it’s my turn to compete?
A: Before the competition, you will be provided with an individual schedule which contains your competing groups and estimated times. Please aim to be within the venue where you are competing at least 60 minutes before the start of your group and pay attention to the announcements in the venue. If you miss your group it is not possible for it to be changed under any circumstances.

Q: What do I need to bring on the competition day?
A: You MUST bring your own puzzles, and also a pen if you do not wish to share pens being used during the competition. If you are a first-timer, please bring a form of identification that states both your name and nationality e.g. IC, birth certificate, passport, driver’s license, etc, for verification purposes during on-site registration. Most importantly, bring an open heart to learn, socialise and to have an enjoyable experience with other cubers!

Q: Who can I ask for help on the day?
A: Feel free to approach any of the delegates or organisers to ask them any questions that you may have.

Q. Is there food at the competition?
A: There are cafes and food outlets all around the campus, please refer to this guide here to assist in your navigation
- Please note that you are not allowed to bring any food or beverages into the event venue.

Q: Can I help on the day?
A: Of course! We would appreciate if more people are willing to volunteer as judges to help during competition. You may approach the delegates/organisers to ask how you can best help out. In fact, competitiors may be assigned tasks such as being a judge or scrambler during the competition, depending on their experience. You may also want to check this out Judging Tutorial for Newcomers

Throughout the competition, live results will be uploaded continuously by our team through WCA Live.

Sponsor:

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Partners:

Malaysia Cube Sports Association (MYCSA)

Malaysia Cube Sports Association (MYCSA) is a dedicated, volunteer-driven organization recognized as the official sports body by the Ministry of Youth and Sports (KBS) in Malaysia. MYCSA plays a pivotal role in promoting and organizing Rubik’s Cube competitions throughout the country. With a commitment to fostering a vibrant cubing community, MYCSA has successfully hosted numerous events, including the recent Malaysia Cube Championship 2022 -2024 and the recent Rubik’s Cube Asian Championship 2024, which is expected to attract over 560 participants from around the globe. The association aims to provide competitive platforms for both seasoned cubers and newcomers of all ages, encouraging participation and showcasing local talents. Through its initiatives, MYCSA enhances the visibility of cubing in Malaysia while contributing to the global cubing culture by aligning with the World Cube Association’s standards and practices.

Website: https://www.mycubeassociation.org

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mycubeassociation/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mycubeassociation/

Email: info@mycubeassociation.com

World Cube Association (WCA)

The World Cube Association governs competitions for mechanical puzzles that are operated by twisting groups of pieces, commonly known as 'twisty puzzles'. The most famous of these puzzles is the Rubik's Cube, invented by professor Rubik from Hungary. A selection of these puzzles are chosen as official events of the WCA. The WCA recognizes the results of the Malaysia Cube Championship 2025 along with any records and continental champion titles. The WCA will be on site with some fun activities for competitors in the activities hall.

XMUM students are eligible for a special student discount when registering for XCO 2026. However, student verification is required before the discount can be applied. All eligible registrants must first pay the full amount of RM130, the discounted amount will be refunded after the competition.

Please click here to complete your XMUM student verification.

In conjunction with XMUM Cube Open 2026, we will be selling our specially designed merchandise including our exclusive XCO 2026 T-shirts and Mug.

The first pre-order for XCO 2026 merchandise will end on Monday, 9 February at 12:00 AM GMT+8.

Please click here to pre-order the exclusive XCO 2026 merchandise.

T-shirt design:

Mug design: