Speed FMC Tournament Rules

General Overview

• The tournament will feature 16 competitors in a knockout bracket format.
• Each match involves two competitors solving the same 3x3 scramble.
• Competitors take turns making one move at a time.
• A chess clock will be used to manage each competitor's time.
• Registration is done in first come first serve, with only 16 spots available, so get in quick!

Registration Link:

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Match Setup

1. Scramble:
   • Each match will start with the same predetermined scramble for both competitors.
2. Clock:
   • Each competitor has a total of 2 minutes on their chess clock.
   • Time is counted down only when it is the competitor's turn to move.

Match Procedure

1. Starting the Match:
   • The scramble is revealed to both competitors simultaneously.
   • The match begins with a coin flip to determine who makes the first move.
2. Taking Turns:
   • Competitors take turns making one move at a time on their respective cubes.
   • After making a move, the competitor stops their clock and starts their opponent's clock.
   • If a competitor fails to make a move within their allotted time, they lose the match.
3. Winning the Match:
   • The competitor who solves the 3x3 first wins the round.
   • If both competitors solve the cube on the same turn, the winner is determined by the amount of time left on their clock. The competitor with more time remaining is declared the winner.

Timing and Penalties

• Time Management:
  • Competitors must manage their time carefully, ensuring they make thoughtful moves without running out of time.
• Timeout:
  • If a competitor's clock reaches 0, they lose the match regardless of the cube's state.
• Invalid Moves:
  • Slice moves are considered invalid moves, simliar to regular FMC tournaments.

Tournament Structure

1. Knockout Bracket:
   • The tournament is organized in a single-elimination format.
   • Competitors are paired in the first round, and winners advance to the next round.
   • The process continues until a champion is determined.
2. Tiebreakers:
   • In the event of a tie in move count, the competitor with more time left on their clock wins.

Conduct and Fair Play

• Judge's Decision:
  • All matches will be overseen by an official judge whose decisions are final.
  • In the event of disputes, the judge will review the match and make a ruling.

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This competition will also hold unofficial events. The results will be recorded through Cubing Contests, and will then be added to the rankings.

Live Results

Event Details

Rules

Spectators are permitted and may enter FREE of charge.

We encourage spectators and it is often good to come watch first to understand how a competition operates. HOWEVER, it is important to note that this competition only contains the Clock, and Blindfolded events. It DOES NOT contain the standard 3x3 Cube and/or any of the popular events. The Blindfolded events require complete silence for the competitors to concentrate. If you wish to see how a competion works, we would advise coming to a competition that contains the 3x3 Cube, and other popular events.

Spectators are encouraged to learn how to judge. Tingman has made an excellent video that tells you everything you need to know. Judging is not difficult and you don't need to be a cuber to be a successful judge, it is an excellent way to make the time fly by! You can ask Delegate on the day, and they can teach you.

No tickets are required for spectators but we ask you to avoid the busy morning period.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How can I change my events?
You must make any change to your registered events by the 24th of August 2024. You can change your events via the competition registration page.

Q. What time should I arrive at the competition?
You should arrive for Check-in from 9:30am. You should always be at the venue ready to compete 30 minutes before you are scheduled. Sometimes we run ahead and if you are not available for your group you most likely will not be permitted to join a later group. Please note the schedule is subject to change on the day.

Q. How old do I have to be to compete?
Anyone can compete at any age! We encourage anyone considering to compete to register as it will be a great experience regardless of age.

Q. Do children need to have adult supervision?
YES. Adult supervision of children is required at ALL times. The WCA Delegates and Organisers are very busy running the competition and cannot be responsible for supervising children.

Q. How fast do I have to be to compete?
To compete you only need to know how to solve the cube! Please check the events tab for information in time limits for each event.

Q. How can I prepare before the competition day?
Before attending you should have read and understood the WCA regulations and watched our tutorial videos. You may also like to watch this helpful video that will show you what to expect.

Q. What do I need to bring?
You need to bring a puzzle for each event you are signed up to compete in - make sure they are allowed per the WCA regulations. We also recommend you bring a water bottle. Many competitors also bring a 'warm up cube' to use between submitting their puzzle for scrambling and starting their official solve. All timing equipment is provided by Speedcubing Australia.

Q. How do I find out if I've progressed to the second round?
Times will be uploaded through the day onto WCA Live. Please allow up to an hour from finishing your solves to them being uploaded. After all the times of a round has been entered, you can see if you are in the following round.

Q. Who can I ask for help on the day?
There will be several WCA Delegates wearing red polo shirts, feel free to ask them any questions you may have on the day.

Q. Can I help on the day?
Of course! Throughout the day we will need judges and runners so please see our Delegates to ask how you can best assist. If you would like to learn how to judge - here is a helpful video.

Q. How do I find out about other upcoming competitions in Australia?
You can find out about upcoming competitions in Australia by signing up to the Speedcubing Australia mailing list.

Q: How do I get a WCA ID?
After official results are posted after the competition, you will receive an email with information on your WCA ID.

Q: I lost a puzzle at the competition, what should I do?
There are hundreds of puzzles at these events, make sure to keep yours together so you don't lose them! Keeping them in a bag and looking after it at all times is recommended. If you do lose a puzzle (or anything else), please speak to us at the event or contact the organisational team, it is possible someone has handed it in to us.

Q. Where can I ask other questions?
The organisational team can answer all your questions.

Venue

By car

The competition venue is located at 148 Gibson Avenue, Padbury. Parking at the venue is a little limited so keep this in mind. Street parking is available.

By Bus

The 444 bus route stops in front of the venue.

Live Results

Live results will be provided via WCALive. It may take up to an hour between times being set and them appearing online.

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