Rubik's cube fans go head-to-head at 'speedcubing'

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Rubik's cube fans go head-to-head at 'speedcubing'
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Enthusiasts and world record holders descend on Glasgow for a 'cubing' competition.

Rubik's cubes: 'Once I picked it up, I couldn't put it down'There are several billion combinations, but only one solution - for many, the Rubik’s cube isn’t just a game, but a competitive sport too.

Hundreds of the puzzle’s fans have descended on Glasgow for a three-day competition, racing against the clock - and each other - in speed time trials. The humble cube is experiencing something of a renaissance, with a new generation taking up the puzzle during the Covid pandemic.Video by Morgan Spence

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