Sphinx of the Final Word — ruling 1

A spell or ability that counters spells can still target Sphinx of the Final Word or any other spell that can't be countered. When that spell or ability resolves, the spell won't be countered, but any additional effects of the countering spell or ability will still happen.

Sphinx of the Final Word : règles, fonctionnement et interactions (MTG)

Sphinx of the Final Word is one of those cards players keep asking about. Here is, in plain words, what its official text says, the rulings published by Wizards of the Coast, and the combos players actually run.

Official card text

This spell can't be countered. Flying Hexproof (This creature can't be the target of spells or abilities your opponents control.) Instant and sorcery spells you control can't be countered.

How it works : Sphinx of the Final Word

Original English text — Wizards of the Coast / Scryfall

#1November 8, 2024· Wizards of the Coast
A spell or ability that counters spells can still target Sphinx of the Final Word or any other spell that can't be countered. When that spell or ability resolves, the spell won't be countered, but any additional effects of the countering spell or ability will still happen.
No other card is named in this ruling.