Robots Showcase Athletic Prowess at World Humanoid Games
Droids compete in events ranging from sprinting and boxing to football and synchronized marching.
Technology & AI • 2 months ago
The second edition of the World Humanoid Games commenced in Beijing, China, on Saturday, featuring robots competing in a variety of athletic disciplines.
The five-day event has already seen robots participating in contests such as boxing, high jump, and table tennis. One notable demonstration included a robot reportedly running faster than Usain Bolt's former 100-meter sprint world record.
At the opening ceremony, robots engaged in synchronized marching. On the football pitch, a humanoid competitor was observed performing Cristiano Ronaldo's signature "Siuuu" celebration.