The second edition of the World Humanoid Games is underway in China, bringing together machines in various sports. Between competitions, robots face off in boxing, football and athletics competitions, demonstrating advances in robotic engineering.

The event, which began a few days ago and will last for five days, has already recorded a notable feat: a robot managed to run a 100-meter race faster than Usain Bolt’s world record. This performance underscores the rapid development of humanoids’ physical and programming capabilities, challenging limits previously considered exclusive to human athletes.

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In the Chinese capital, Beijing, where the competition takes place, one of the moments that caught the most attention was the performance of a robot that replicated Cristiano Ronaldo’s famous “Siuuu” celebration on a football field. Additionally, the opening ceremony featured droids performing a synchronized march, displaying coordination and precision.

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The diverse program of games also includes other complex disciplines, such as high jumping, the ancient practice of Tai Chi and table tennis, highlighting the versatility and artificial intelligence embedded in these metallic competitors.