"Sony's Ace robot is the first to hold its own against top-ranked human players, winning three out of five matches against elite competitors during test matches in April 2025."
"To compete in table tennis, Ace utilizes a robotic system with eight joints for precise paddle control and a vision system with nine cameras to track the ball's movement."
"Ace's ability to defeat professional players in December 2025 and again last month demonstrates significant advancements in robotics and AI in physically demanding sports."
Sony's Ace robot, developed by its AI division, is the first ping-pong robot capable of competing against top-ranked human players and winning. Unlike previous robots, Ace features a complex system with eight joints for paddle control and a sophisticated vision system with nine cameras to track the ball's position in 3D space. In test matches, Ace won three out of five matches against elite players and later defeated professional players, showcasing its advanced capabilities in a physically demanding sport.
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