The second edition of the World Humanoid Robot Games opened in Beijing on Saturday and will last five days, featuring a staggering mix of athletic robots and spectacle. A robot blasted through a sprint, exceeding Usain Bolt’s 100‑meter record and showing that machine speed can now outpace human limits. The event also included boxing bouts, a high‑jump contest, table‑tennis play, and a robotic rendition of Cristiano Ronaldo’s famed "Siuuu" celebration during a football match. The opening ceremony highlighted a synchronized marching display by droids, underscoring the event’s fusion of sport, performance and robotics.
Robots Run, Punch, Score—World Humanoid Games 2026
In Beijing, the second edition of the World Humanoid Robot Games kicked off on Saturday, stretching over five days of fierce competition.
One highlight: a robot shattered expectations by running faster than Usain Bolt's 100‑meter world record.
Other sporting events saw robots headlining in boxing, high jump, table tennis, and even performing Ronaldo's iconic "Siuuu" celebration during the football matches.
The opening ceremony featured a synchronized marching troupe of droids, setting the tone for an unprecedented blend of sport and technology.
