A humanoid robot designed by Honor has achieved a remarkable feat by completing a half marathon in just 50 minutes and 26 seconds, surpassing the men's world record by six minutes.
This event took place during the second annual humanoid robot half marathon in Beijing on April 19, 2026, where robots competed in both autonomous and remote-controlled categories. The race showcased the rapid advancements in artificial intelligence and robotics, with 40% of the robots running autonomously, a significant increase from the previous year.
Last year's inaugural event saw many robots struggle, with the fastest completing the distance in 2 hours and 40 minutes. In stark contrast, this year's competition demonstrated marked improvements, although challenges remained. The winning robot, which was remotely controlled, stumbled just before the finish line and required assistance from human handlers to complete the race.
