How a Chinese robot broke Usain Bolt's world record

23 August, 2026, 11:35 am

Last modified: 23 August, 2026, 11:36 am

How a Chinese robot broke Usain Bolt's world record

23 August, 2026, 11:35 am

Last modified: 23 August, 2026, 11:36 am

A humanoid robot named 'Lightning', created by Chinese technology and smartphone maker Honor, has broken a human-made world record in the 100-meter sprint, clocking just 9.32 seconds, according to a report by the British newspaper The Guardian, citing Chinese state media.

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