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Humanoid robots face challenges at World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 12:28 PM

Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Humanoid robots face challenges at World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing
Summary

The World Humanoid Robot Games took place from August 22-26 in Beijing, featuring 2,056 competing robots. Despite showcasing breakthroughs in speed, many robots experienced failures, with some collapsing and catching fire during events. A key highlight was a robot that broke Usain Bolt's 100m record time, reaching 9.39 seconds. The competition aimed to assess advancements in robotics while allowing for benchmarking of technological capabilities. Clips from the event have gained millions of views, revealing the robots' struggles, including difficulty in braking after high-speed sprints.

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  • •The event featured 2,056 robots competing in Olympic-style disciplines.
  • •One robot set a new record for the 100m race at 9.39 seconds.
  • •Many robots faced issues, including failing to stop and bursting into flames.
  • •Participation increased significantly, expanding from 280 to 666 teams.
  • •Clips from the games have gone viral on social media.
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  • 12:28 PMYahoo Sports — China's humanoid robot Olympics descends into fiery chaos
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Videos of robots splintering, collapsing, face planting and bursting into flames have amassed millions of views online.

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