Storyline: Beijing hosts world's first humanoid robot half-marathon [Voice_over] Beijing's groundbreaking half-marathon saw 20 humanoid robots compete alongside over 12,000 human runners. This was the first time humanoid robots have raced alongside humans. [Sound_bite] Sun Jiude, Spectator: "It was shocking. These robots run quite fast!" [Voice_over] The 21-kilometer course included ramps and varied terrain, testing the robots' mobility, flexibility, and endurance. To optimize performance, teams fine-tuned their robots for long-distance running. Inspired by Formula One, the race even had pit stops for battery swaps. Beyond competition, the event served as a real-world test for humanoid robot reliability, durability, and safety. [Sound_bite] Jiang Guangzhi, Director, Beijing Municipal Bureau of Economy and Info. Technology: "Some robots may not be very graceful, and some may even fall. That's normal. This is all part of exploring different technical approaches." [Voice_over] Special awards celebrated endurance, innovation, and even the best running gait. In the end, the "Tiangong Ultra" humanoid robot took first place - clocking speeds of around eight kilometers per hour. [Restrictions : No access Chinese mainland]