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Humanoid Robots Break Sprint Records at World Games in Beijing

Source: The Guardian Business - Published: 23 Aug 2026 17:08

At the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing, humanoid robots have set new records in sprinting, surpassing human achievements. A robot from the Beijing Innovation Centre of Humanoid Robotics completed the 100m dash in 9.39 seconds, while another from Honor finished in 9.32 seconds during a test run, both beating Usain Bolt's previous record of 9.58 seconds.

This event, now in its second year, features over 2,000 humanoid robots and highlights China's advancements in robotics technology amid a competitive landscape with the United States.

The success of humanoid robots in sprinting at the World Games signals a pivotal moment in robotics. Watch for advancements in AI and machine learning that could enhance robot agility and decision-making, potentially impacting industries like logistics and sports training.

Briefed by Gibik from the original source.