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When robots become athletes

Tennis rallies, tug-of-war battles and high-flying jumps – the second World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing delivered one jaw-dropping moment after another.

These robots weren't just on display. They were here to compete. Every swing, pull and leap pushed their algorithms, hardware and motion control to the limit.

Take a look at some of the Games' most electrifying moments.

(All photos were taken by CGTN's Qu Bo, August 25, 2026.)

Tug-of-war.
Tug-of-war.

Tug-of-war.

Tennis.
Tennis.

Tennis.

High jump.
High jump.

High jump.

Tennis.
Tennis.

Tennis.

Street dance.
Street dance.

Street dance.

Tug-of-war.
Tug-of-war.

Tug-of-war.

Tennis.
Tennis.

Tennis.

Tug-of-war.
Tug-of-war.

Tug-of-war.

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