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Video shows humanoid robot setting record in half-marathon in Beijing

Video shows humanoid robot setting record in half-marathon in Beijing

Summary

A humanoid robot called Lightning finished a half-marathon race in Beijing in 50 minutes and 26 seconds. This time is faster than the best human record for the same distance. Many other robots also competed in a separate race from the human runners.

Key Facts

  • Lightning is a humanoid robot that ran a half-marathon in Beijing.
  • The robot completed the race in 50 minutes and 26 seconds.
  • The fastest human half-marathon time is about 57 minutes.
  • Multiple robots participated in the race.
  • The robot race was held separately from the human runners.
  • The event was reported by Chinese media.
  • The race took place on a Sunday.
  • The news was covered by CBS News.
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