Tyson Mao, age 22, created a stir in speed cubing circles when he became the first person to solve the Rubik’s Cube in less than two minutes while blindfolded. Tyson’s winning time – 1:58.32. That was 2005. Now, this Caltech graduate is back in the headlines – this time for his coaching skills. The speed cubing aficionado was tapped to teach actor Will Smith how to solve the Rubik’s Cube for his role in the upcoming film “The Pursuit of Happyness.” The movie, out in theaters nationwide on December 15, 2006, is based on the life of Chris Gardner, a struggling salesman who overcomes great obstacles to become a multi-millionaire stockbroker. The Rubik’s Cube plays a role in the film, too. It’s a metaphor for perseverance and determination, keys to Gardner’s ultimate success. Tyson firmly believes that anyone can solve the Cube with a little time and a little patience. Click on the links to the right to learn his eight step secret to solving the Cube. When you are done, practice with your own Cube and then take on Tyson yourself in a virtual Cube-off. Who knows, maybe you can be the next world record holder. | If you're ready to take on Tyson in a head to head speedsolving of the 3x3 Rubik's Cube, start the timer when Tyson begins solving his 3x3 Cube in the video window. VIEW TYSON'S SPEED VIDEO | SUBMIT YOUR TIME |
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