(Web Desk) — Honor has rapidly emerged as a major player in humanoid robotics, unveiling its first model at MWC and now achieving a remarkable milestone in a humans-versus-robots half marathon.
The race, covering 21 kilometers (13 miles), saw a dramatic turnaround from the 2025 event, where most robots failed to finish due to overheating or instability, and the winning robot clocked 2 hours and 40 minutes—far behind human competitors.
This year, however, an Honor humanoid robot delivered an extraordinary performance, completing the race in just 50 minutes and 26 seconds. The time not only beat the fastest human participant by over 10 minutes but also surpassed the existing world record of 56 minutes and 42 seconds set by Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo.
Beyond speed, the event also tested navigation capabilities. Around 40% of the robots operated autonomously, including Honor’s entries, which dominated the race by securing gold, silver, and bronze positions. Other participants included Tiangong Ultra 2026 and Unitree H1 robots.
China continues to accelerate advancements in humanoid robotics, exploring applications ranging from industrial labor and home assistance to potential military roles.
