Robot half-marathon record

The Beijing E-Town robot half-marathon showcased the rapid advancement of humanoid technology as dozens of autonomous machines competed on a parallel course.

Developed by the smartphone company Honor, the winning robot utilized advanced liquid cooling and mimicked elite human leg proportions to achieve its record speed.

While some robots were controlled remotely, 'Lightning' operated autonomously, navigating the 13-mile course without a serious mishap.

The event has sparked fresh debate about the future of AI and the potential for robots to surpass human athletic limits.