In a panic, a cuber might stop the timer and accidentally hit it again, restarting it or clearing the time entirely. This effectively "erases" the solve from existence.
The most common and painful "fail" in speedcubing is the . This occurs when a solver finishes the cube but leaves one turn more than 45 degrees from being aligned. ВЎTop FAILS del Speedcubing! в™›
Physical speed is nothing without mental composure. A "lock-up" occurs when a solver’s fingers move faster than their brain can process the next move, or when the cube’s layers don't align, causing the mechanism to jam. In a panic, a cuber might stop the