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Robots perform during the opening ceremony of the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing, Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026.

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Video. Chinese humanoid robot beats Bolt's 100-metre world record time

Updated: 23/08/2026 - 11:59 GMT+2

"In 1 year alone the robots competing have become twice as fast. This highlights the pace of advancement both in the market, and specifically in Chinese robotics," organisers of the World Humanoid Robot Games said.

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