Overview

• Humanoid robot Tiangong completed the 21.1 km course in 2 hours, 40 minutes, and 24 seconds, far behind the fastest human runner at 1 hour, 11 minutes, and 7 seconds.
• The event, held in Beijing’s Yizhuang district, featured robots developed by 20 companies and research institutions under strict bipedal design rules.
• Engineers were allowed to make mid-race adjustments to the robots, reflecting the experimental nature of the demonstration.
• Over 10,000 human participants ran alongside the robots, though separate lanes were designated for safety.
• The race aligns with China's broader push to lead in AI and robotics innovation as part of its New Generation AI Development Plan.