Watch: Runners v robots at China half marathon

Robots competed in a half marathon race in Beijing on Sunday, with the winning machine leaving its human rivals for dust.

A humanoid robot developed by Chinese smartphone maker Honor completed a 21-kilometer half-marathon in Beijing in 50 minutes and 26 seconds, surpassing the human world record.

Dozens of Chinese-made humanoid robots showcased their athleticism by surpassing human runners in a half-marathon race in Beijing, highlighting rapid technological progress.

The humanoid robot 'Flash' from Shenzhen Honor Smart Technology Development Co., Ltd. won the 2026 Beijing E-Town half-marathon with a time of 50 minutes and 26 seconds, exceeding the human world record of 57:20.

A humanoid robot developed by Honor completed a half-marathon in Beijing faster than the human world record, marking a significant technological achievement.

China staged a half marathon in Beijing on April 19, 2025, where humanoid robots ran alongside human participants over 21.1km, marking a first for the country's robotics sector.

A humanoid robot competing against human runners in Beijing's half-marathon broke the world record, completing the 21-kilometer course in 50 minutes and 26 seconds, showcasing China's technological advancements.