Humanoid robots put to the test in Xinjiang challenge

Humanoid robots have come a long way. They can now race and dance without falling flat on their faces. But can they ride horses, draw a bow, or cook, taking just a pinch of salt and gripping a whisk? In China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, they're about to be put to the test.

As part of the 2026 World Humanoid Robot Games' "Energy Transfer" event, robots will be judged on daily activities, including playing traditional instruments like the dombra and skipping stones at Sayram Lake, to measure their adaptability to different environments, precision control and full-body coordination.

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