Robots Throw Down in Beijing: Boxing, Football and Sprinting

Sun Sep 06 2026 11:58:18 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time)

Watch robots slam boxing gloves, score goals and outrun Usain Bolt in Beijing’s World Humanoid Games.

The World Humanoid Games is back in China, turning robotics into a sports spectacle. Teams compete in boxing, football, sprinting, table tennis, and even high jump, pushing robots to record‑breaking speed. A robot even ran faster than Usain Bolt in the 100‑meter sprint. Meanwhile another unit performed Cristiano Ronaldo’s iconic "Siuuu" celebration, showing that robots can have flair too. These events show that machines are not just tools – they can be athletes, entertainers and innovators.

Robots Throw Down in Beijing: Boxing, Football and Sprinting

The second edition of the World Humanoid Games opened in China on Saturday, turning the city into a playground for robot athletes. The five‑day showdown features squires, strength and speed, with robots competing in boxing, football, sprinting, table tennis, high jump and more.

Speed Above Usain Bolt

Two robots shocked the crowd by beating Usain Bolt’s 100‑meter world record, sprinting past the legendary sprinter in a blur of metal and hydraulics. The moment proved that AI‑controlled machines can beat human limits without a human touch.

The Football Show

On the soccer pitch, an autonomous unit celebrated a goal with Cristiano Ronaldo’s famous "Siuuu" dance, choreographing a perfectly timed leap and spin. Its mimicry of human celebration showcased a depth of programming beyond pure sport.

More Than Just Combat

In addition to boxing rounds where robots punch gloves on a moving platform, the Games also featured synchronized marching drills in the opening ceremony and table tennis exchanges that turned the court into a high‑scoring arena. The spectacle proves that robots can combine brute strength, precision and artistry into a single, competitive package.