Robots Duel, Sprint, and Celebrate at World Humanoid Games

Sun Sep 06 2026 03:30:45 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

Robots battled in boxing, football and sprinting at the World Humanoid Games in Beijing, with a machine surpassing Usain Bolt's 100m record.

The World Humanoid Games kicked off in Beijing this week, showcasing a sprinting robot that broke the 100‑metre world record, formerly held by Usain Bolt. Over five days, robots faced off in boxing matches, high‑jump contests and table‑tennis duels, all while performing the iconic Cristiano Ronaldo "Siuuu" celebration on the football pitch. A synchronized marching ceremony marked the opening, echoing the spectacle of human sports. The event signals a new era where engineered bodies are taking the field alongside human athletes and impossible feats.

Robots Duel, Sprint, and Celebrate at World Humanoid Games

In a historic sweep of competitive arenas, the second edition of the World Humanoid Games opened in Beijing on Saturday, drawing crowds to watch cybernetic athletes collide in a range of sports. A standout moment came when a racing‑robot blasted the 100‑metre dash, clocking faster than Usain Bolt’s legendary world record of 9.58 seconds.

Beyond sprinting, the first day saw robots perform a flawless mimicry of Cristiano Ronaldo’s “Siuuu” celebration on the football pitch while fighters squared off in boxing bouts that tested agility and timing. Other participants tackled high‑jump challenges, table tennis tie‑bricks, and a synchronized marching display that underscored the blend of choreography and engineering.

Spanning five days, the Games underline the rapid evolution of humanoid technology, giving a platform where mechanical prowess rivals human instinct and where athletes—made of metal and code—refine the boundaries of movement and sport.