Robocon draws crowds as local universities shine
Excitement filled Queen Elizabeth Stadium on Sunday as crowds gathered to cheer on two local university teams competing in the ABU Robocon 2026. The Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union’s flagship robotics contest and the region’s largest competition of its kind for university students brought together 16 teams from 15 countries and regions, including representatives from the University of Hong Kong…
Queen Elizabeth Stadium buzzed with anticipation on Sunday as throngs of spectators gathered to support two university teams competing in the ABU Robocon 2026. Organized by the Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union, this flagship robotics contest and the region's largest of its kind drew 16 teams from 15 countries. University of Hong Kong and the Chinese University of Hong Kong sent teams to the final, with Hong Kong claiming victory.
Local supporters filled the stands, alongside tech enthusiasts eager to witness the high-stakes competition. One spectator expressed their enthusiasm, saying, "It's really exciting and thrilling." A former competitor, now a parent, brought his children to share the experience, noting advancements in computing power. The theme, "Kung Fu Quest," blended martial arts philosophy with state-of-the-art robotics and automation.
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