{
  "id": 2956534,
  "title": "In Photos: Humanoid robots sprint, play soccer and set records at Beijing games",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/24/in-photos-humanoid-robots-sprint-play-soccer-and-set-records-at",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-24T05:46:26.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Economic Times Tech",
    "slug": "economic-times-tech",
    "url": "https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/tech/artificial-intelligence/humanoid-robots-sprint-play-soccer-and-set-records-at-beijing-games/slideshow/133452935.cms"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Humanoid robots showcased their impressive agility and skill at the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing on August 23, 2026. One robot executed the delicate movements of Tai Chi, demonstrating their potential for human-like dexterity.\n\nIn a display of team sports, humanoid robots engaged in a soccer match, illustrating their capability to navigate and collaborate on a playing field. Another event, Free Combat, allowed the robots to compete in a more physical setting, albeit in a controlled and safe environment.\n\nThe robots also participated in timed races, including a 400-meter large-size group semifinal at the National Speed Skating Oval. One particular Tiangong humanoid robot excelled in a long jump contest, setting a new record at the event.\n\nThe opening ceremony of the games featured robots executing synchronized movements, highlighting their potential for performing complex tasks with precision and grace. Additionally, a humanoid robot demonstrated exceptional precision by playing table tennis, further showcasing the advanced capabilities of these machines.",
  "summary": "More than 2,000 humanoid robots run, play table tennis and soccer, and are setting records at the ongoing World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing, highlighting China’s rapid advances in robotics amid a tech race with the United States.",
  "key_points": [],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}