Richard Delcid Wins Domino's® 2026 World's Fastest Pizza Maker Title

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Domino's (Nasdaq: DPZ) named general manager Richard Delcid its 2026 World's Fastest Pizza Maker after he prepared three large pizzas in a record 31.22 seconds at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas on May 13, 2026.

Delcid received $5,000, a trophy, a championship belt, and the title, recognizing both speed and pizza quality.

News Market Reaction – DPZ

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In the May 27 session, DPZ gained 0.42%, reflecting a mild positive market reaction.

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Market Context

This announcement spotlights Domino’s culture of operational excellence by honoring a general manage...

Analysis

This announcement spotlights Domino’s culture of operational excellence by honoring a general manager who set a 31.22-second record in its long-running World's Fastest Pizza Maker competition, first launched in 1982. It reinforces themes of speed and quality that underpin the brand, complementing recent marketing campaigns and promotions. Investors may watch how sustained focus on store-level execution, employee recognition, and franchisee scale—such as one group’s 62 stores—supports long-term sales and service consistency.

Key Figures

Competition time: 31.22 seconds Pizzas prepared: 3 large pizzas Prize money: $5,000 +5 more

8 metrics

Competition time 31.22 seconds Time to make three large pizzas in 2026 contest

Pizzas prepared 3 large pizzas Required in World's Fastest Pizza Maker final round

Prize money $5,000 Cash award to 2026 World's Fastest Pizza Maker winner

Franchise stores 62 Domino's stores Stores owned by Delcid’s franchisee group in three states

Employment start 2012 Year Delcid started at Domino’s as part-time employee

General manager since 2015 Year Delcid became a general manager

Competition inception 1982 Year Domino’s began the World's Fastest Pizza Maker contest

Competition attempts 3 competitions Delcid’s total times competing; first win, second finalist appearance

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: May 18 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	24h Move	Catalyst
May 18	Marketing promotion	Positive	+1.9%	Soccer-themed Emergency Pizzas giveaway up to $1 million in value.
Apr 28	Customer promotion	Positive	+1.5%	Second-chance 50% off pizza deal after prior online outage.
Apr 27	Quarterly earnings	Positive	-8.8%	Q1 2026 results with higher revenues, EPS and added buyback authorization.
Apr 20	Draft Week promo	Positive	-0.7%	50% off all menu-priced pizzas ordered online during Draft Week.
Apr 07	Product promotion	Positive	-3.3%	Launch of Slice Sauce with access to cobranded Shinola merchandise.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

Pattern Detected

Recent promotional and marketing news often produced modest, sometimes negative, next-day moves, while the latest earnings release coincided with a larger downside reaction.

Recent Company History

Over the last two months, Domino’s has issued several marketing updates and one earnings report. Promotions like 50% off deals and the Emergency Pizzas campaign around April–May 2026 drew mixed share reactions, with both small gains and declines. The Q1 2026 earnings release on April 27 saw a sharper -8.84% move despite reported revenue growth and store expansion. Today’s operational-focused announcement fits into this stream of brand and execution narratives rather than major financial shifts.

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Delcid wins the competition with a record-breaking time of 31.22 seconds

ANN ARBOR, Mich., May 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Domino's Pizza Inc. (Nasdaq: DPZ) has awarded the 2026 World's Fastest Pizza Maker title to its new champion, Richard Delcid, among top competitors from across the globe at Mandalay Bay Resort in Las Vegas on May 13, 2026. Delcid, who is a general manager at Domino's in Manassas, Virginia, won the competition by making three large pizzas in a record-breaking 31.22 seconds! Delcid won $5,000 in prize money, a trophy, championship belt and the renowned title of World's Fastest Pizza Maker, presented by Domino's CEO Russell Weiner.

"Winning this title means so much to me," said Delcid. "This competition isn't just about speed – it's about delivering quality under pressure, just like we do in stores every day. Years of hard work and practice went into this moment, and I'm incredibly proud of what I accomplished. I'm especially grateful to my trainer and fellow competitor, Joe Burr, who helped me every step of the way – I wouldn't be here today without him."

World's Fastest Pizza Maker finalists assemble from Domino's stores across the globe to compete in a riveting showcase of pizza-making mastery. Finalists prepare three large pizzas – one pepperoni, one mushroom and one cheese – by hand-stretching dough, saucing, and placing toppings as quickly as possible. While speed is important, it is not the only piece of the pie in determining the World's Fastest Pizza Maker. Quality is closely scrutinized as two highly qualified judges in Domino's pizza-making practices grade participants on three criteria: dough/sauce, portioning of toppings and placement.

"The World's Fastest Pizza Maker competition celebrates the incredible talent and drive of our Dominoids who make the impossible look effortless," said Frank Garrido, Domino's executive vice president – chief restaurant officer. "The speed and precision on display is nothing short of amazing and reflects the high standards we set every day. Our franchisees employ some of the best pizza makers in the world, and we couldn't be prouder to name Richard our 2026 champion."

Domino's began the World's Fastest Pizza Maker competition in 1982 to honor pizza makers who best exemplify the company's philosophy of keeping efficiency in the store to allow sufficient time for safe, timely pizza delivery.

Delcid started working for Domino's as a part-time door hanger and customer service representative in 2012. He worked his way up to becoming a general manager in 2015. Delcid currently works for franchisee John Barber and his operating partner, Robert Donner, who own 62 Domino's stores throughout Virginia, Maryland, and North Carolina. This was Delcid's first time winning the competition, and third time competing overall. It marked his second time as a finalist.

About Domino's Pizza^®
Founded in 1960, Domino's Pizza is the largest pizza company in the world, with a significant business in both delivery and carryout. It ranks among the world's top public restaurant brands with a global enterprise of more than 22,300 stores in over 90 markets. Domino's had global retail sales of over $20.4 billion in the trailing four quarters ended March 22, 2026. Its system is comprised of independent franchise owners who accounted for 99% of Domino's stores as of the end of the first quarter of 2026. In the U.S., Domino's generated more than 85% of U.S. retail sales in 2025 via digital channels and has developed many innovative ordering platforms.

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FAQ

Who won Domino's 2026 World's Fastest Pizza Maker title and what is his role at DPZ?

Richard Delcid, a Domino's general manager in Manassas, Virginia, won the 2026 World's Fastest Pizza Maker title. According to Domino's, Delcid began in 2012 as a part-time door hanger and customer service representative before becoming a general manager in 2015.

What record time did Richard Delcid achieve in Domino's 2026 World's Fastest Pizza Maker contest (DPZ)?

Richard Delcid achieved a record time of 31.22 seconds to win the 2026 World's Fastest Pizza Maker competition. According to Domino's, he prepared three large pizzas—pepperoni, mushroom, and cheese—by hand-stretching dough, saucing, and topping them under strict quality standards.

What prizes did Richard Delcid receive for winning Domino's 2026 World's Fastest Pizza Maker competition?

Richard Delcid received $5,000, a trophy, a championship belt, and the World's Fastest Pizza Maker title. According to Domino's, the award was presented by CEO Russell Weiner during the global competition at Mandalay Bay Resort in Las Vegas.

How does Domino's 2026 World's Fastest Pizza Maker contest work for DPZ team members?

Domino's World's Fastest Pizza Maker finalists must make three large pizzas as quickly as possible. According to Domino's, judges evaluate dough and sauce handling, topping portioning, and topping placement, ensuring speed is balanced with high quality and adherence to company pizza-making standards.

When did the 2026 Domino's World's Fastest Pizza Maker event take place and where was it held?

The 2026 Domino's World's Fastest Pizza Maker event took place on May 13, 2026, at Mandalay Bay Resort in Las Vegas. According to Domino's, top competitors from stores worldwide assembled there to showcase their pizza-making speed and precision.