Key Facts

• The World Robot Games took place in Beijing's Olympic speed skating arena in August 2026.
• A Chinese humanoid robot named Tiangong Ultra ran 100 meters in 9.39 seconds, beating Usain Bolt’s record of 9.58 seconds.
• The same robot also broke the 400-meter running record with a time of 38.15 seconds.
• Robots competed in various sports such as boxing, football, and martial arts.
• Some robots fell, failed to start, or moved slowly, entertaining the crowd.
• Spectators enjoyed watching the robots compete but said the events tested speed, not intelligence.
• The competition highlighted China’s growing lead in creating advanced humanoid robots.
• Attendees expressed interest in seeing robots perform household tasks and daily chores in the future.