This video of humanoid robots running a half marathon is amazing, hilarious, and a little creepy
Briefly

In an unprecedented event, over 20 robots participated in a human-humanoid half-marathon in China, showcasing various designs and capabilities. While some robots encountered challenges—falling, overheating, or crashing—several did complete the race. The fastest robot, Tiangong Ultra, finished in 2 hours and 40 minutes, which, while impressive, still paled in comparison to the quickest human time of 1 hour and 2 minutes. The competition also featured awards for various robot performance metrics, indicating the potential for further advancements in robotic endurance and capability.
Over the weekend, more than 20 robots competed in a half-marathon in China, showcasing advancements in bipedal technology despite varied levels of success in the race.
The fastest robot, Tiangong Ultra, finished the half-marathon in 2 hours and 40 minutes, but still lagged significantly behind the best human time of 1 hour and 2 minutes.
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