Speedcubing prodigy James Certeza took the spotlight in the Antipolo Speedcubing Championships by clinching the title in the 2x2x2 event, while sisters Cielo Beatriz and Anne Gwyneth Villaseran delivered standout performances with podium finishes in their respective specialties, Skewb and Clock.
Certeza led a star-studded 2x2x2 podium, edging out seasoned cubers Brenton Wong and Juan Miguel Magallanes, who settled for second and third, respectively.
Cielo Beatriz Villaseran secured a commendable third-place finish in the Skewb event, behind Hong Kong’s Hui Chun Pong and local talent Javier Ignacio, who took gold and silver.
Meanwhile, Anne Gwyneth Villaseran achieved her first podium finish by clocking the third-best time in the Clock event. She trailed only behind Asian record holders Zian Principe and Zoei Principe, underscoring the high level of competition.
National champion Brenton Wong showed his class by dominating the premier 3x3x3 event, with Janssen Alvarez and Javier Ignacio completing the podium.
Alvarez also shone in his signature event, the Pyraminx, taking home the gold. Certeza continued his strong showing with an impressive silver, while Hui Chun Pong earned the bronze.
The event was smoothly organized by national Skewb record holder Ivan Cariaga, who also celebrated his birthday during the competition, adding a festive touch to the successful tournament.
