Chinese humanoid robots have surpassed Usain Bolt's 100-meter dash record during the World Humanoid Robot Games held in Beijing. In a preliminary heat on August 22, 2026, the robot Tiangong Ultra, developed by the Beijing Humanoid Robot Innovation Center, completed the race in 9.39 seconds, while another robot, Lightning, developed by Honor, finished in 9.47 seconds. The event, which began in 2025, features 2,056 robots from 16 countries, showcasing advancements in bipedal robot technology.
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Chinese Humanoid Robots Set New 100-Meter Dash Record
At the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing, Chinese robots broke Usain Bolt's 100-meter dash record. Tiangong Ultra completed the distance in 9.39 seconds, followed by Lightning at 9.47 seconds. The event highlights advancements in humanoid robotics with participation from 2,056 robots across 16 countries.
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