For countless readers across the United Kingdom, the daily ritual of tackling The Guardian's Sudoku puzzle is a cherished part of the day. The publication has just released its latest brain teaser, Sudoku 7,180, marked as an easy challenge, offering a perfect mental workout for newcomers and seasoned solvers alike.
How to Access and Solve the Latest Puzzle
The classic rules of Sudoku remain unchanged for this edition. The objective is to fill the nine-by-nine grid so that every row, every column, and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 to 9 without repetition. A direct link to access a printable version of the grid is provided, allowing solvers the traditional pen-and-paper experience favoured by many.
Finding the Official Solution
The Guardian operates a specific schedule for revealing puzzle answers. For puzzles published from Monday to Thursday, including this one, the completed grid is printed in the next day's issue of the newspaper. This encourages readers to pick up a physical copy to check their work. For the more challenging puzzles released on Friday and Saturday, the solutions are provided in either the Saturday or Monday edition, adding a weekend twist to the solving routine.
The Enduring Appeal of a Logic Classic
Sudoku continues to be a cornerstone of The Guardian's lifestyle and games section, providing a reliable moment of focused calm. Its blend of straightforward rules and complex logical deduction makes it a uniquely accessible yet stimulating pastime. The consistent numbering system, now at puzzle 7,180, is a testament to its enduring popularity and the dedicated community of solvers it has fostered.
Whether you complete it with your morning coffee or on your evening commute, Sudoku 7,180 offers a satisfying test of logic and concentration. Remember to check your solution against the official answer in the forthcoming print edition to see if you've mastered this easy-level grid.
