Three categories of competition
The WJPC 2025 is divided into three main categories: individuals, pairs and teams.
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Individual
- First round Participants solve a 500-piece puzzle in 90 minutes.
- Semi-finals The top 85 in each group enter this stage.
- The final The 180 finalists compete to put together a 500-piece puzzle in 75 minutes.
New this year:
Individual participants receive a bag closed containing two 500-piece puzzles. One minute before the startThe participant can open the bag and Choose one of the two puzzlesHe ‘s then allowed to . cut the seal of the box, without opening it.
Pairs
- First round Each pair solves a 500-piece puzzle in 75 minutes.
- Semi-finals The top 50 pairs in each group enter this phase.
- The final The 100 best pairs solve a 1,000-piece puzzle in 120 minutes.
Equipment
- First round : Teams of 3 to 4 members solve two puzzles of 1,000 pieces in 3 hours.
- The final : The 105 best teams solve two puzzles of 1,000 pieces in 3 hours.
The programme of the event
| Date of appointment | The event |
|---|---|
| 15 September | The opening ceremony, World record attempt by 2025Competition of WJPF organisations |
| 16-17 September | Individual preliminary tours |
| 18-19 September | Competitions in pairs and teams |
| 20th September | Individual and pairs’ finishes |
| 21st of September | Team finals, closing ceremony and awards ceremony |
International participants
More than 3,000 participants from 75 countries are expected, representing an impressive diversity of cultures and puzzle styles. Competitors will vary from experienced veterans to enthusiastic newcomers, illustrating the global appeal of speed puzzleling.
Specific categories
To encourage the participation of various groups, the WJPC 2025 introduces new categories:
- Individual junior : under 18 years of age
- Senior individual Age: 45 to 60 years
- Individual senior B age: over 60 years
- Individual start First individual participation
- Starting in pairs : first participation in pairs competition
The broadcast
All events will be streamed live on YouTube, Facebook and Twitch, allowing fans around the world to follow the action in real time.
Useful resources
- The official website of the WJPC 2025
- Detailed programme
- Competition rules
- Full list of WJPC 2025 puzzles
- Where can I buy the exclusive puzzles for WJPC 2025?
The Commission
The WJPC 2025 is a must-see event for puzzle enthusiasts, combining high-level competition and celebration of the world’s speed puzzlers community. Whether you’re a competitor or a spectator, this event promises to be a memorable experience.
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