‘First-ever human vs robot fight’: Influencer takes on 6-foot ‘Terminator’ in MMA cage
The United States-based robotics company Robot Entertainment Kombat (REK) hosted a unique event in San Francisco, featuring a human fighter facing off against a six-foot-tall humanoid robot. Named Frankie LaPenna, the content creator and influencer took the stage to test his skills against the combat-ready robot. The robot, designed to resemble a futuristic Terminator, moved and warmed up before the bout commenced.
The fight began with LaPenna attempting to land punches on the machine, but it proved to be a formidable opponent, returning with powerful punches and kicks that sent the influencer flying around the cage. The event, described by REK as the first-ever human versus humanoid robot fight, has ignited discussions on social media about the potential of remotely controlled robots in combat sports.
Although REK claimed LaPenna "gave it his all" and "defeated" the robot, they subsequently clarified that a human operator controlled the robot remotely.
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