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Humanoid Robot Breaks Usain Bolt's 100-Meter Record

A humanoid robot in China has reportedly surpassed Usain Bolt's 100-meter world record, completing the distance in under 10 seconds. This achievement has sparked discussions about the capabilities of advanced robotics.

24 Aug, 03:21 — 24 Aug, 16:25
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NYTMostly Factual19h ago

A Chinese Robot Beat Usain Bolt’s 100-Meter Record. Should We Be Impressed?

China’s humanoid robots are achieving superhuman feats of athleticism. But how that translates into the real world is still an open question, experts said.

By Yan Zhuang

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cbcHigh14h ago

Robot beats fastest human on Earth’s 100m record

A humanoid robot beat retired Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt’s time in the 100-metre dash by a hair at the 2026 World Humanoid Robot Games on Aug. 22. It was just one feat of robot athleticism on display during the four-day event. Bolt still holds the title as fastest person in the world after setting the record during the 2009 World Athletics Championships in Berlin.

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France 24High19h ago

Humanoid robot beats Usain Bolt's 100m world record

Robots exceeded human records at the World Robot Games over the weekend in Beijing's Olympic speed skating arena as China showcased its dominance in the industry. Dozens of humanoids and their human operators competed in events from athletics and boxing to football and martial arts.

By FRANCE24

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual1d ago

Robot runs 100 meter in less than 10 sec; faster than any men's world record

Chinese robot Tiangong Ultra achieved a 100-meter sprint record of 9.39 seconds. Rival robot Lightning also surpassed Usain Bolt's previous world record time. These robots demonstrated rapid progress since last year's inaugural games. China designates humanoid robots as a strategic industry for future applications. Global participation in the robot games has significantly increased this year.

By TOI TECH DESK

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