The Humanoids at China’s Robot Games Were Faster Than Usain Bolt—but I’m More Impressed by Their Tweezer Mastery

The 2nd World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing featured over 2,000 robots from 600 teams across 16 countries, showcasing record-breaking performances like the Tiangong Ultra running 100m in 8.86 seconds, surpassing Usain Bolt's human record. The event combined athletic contests and skill challenges, highlighting advancements toward practical humanoid robot applications.