China's Super Pulse drone racing team concluded its journey at the Phygital Games of Future 2025 in Abu Dhabi this week, reaching the quarter-finals of the innovative competition blending physical and digital elements. The event, featuring 16 global teams, required pairs of athletes to complete 50 laps on a 250-meter virtual air track laden with 18 obstacles, testing precision and endurance.
While Super Pulse showcased technical prowess during the relay-style races, they fell short of advancing to the semifinals. The hybrid competition format, which merges real-world drone piloting with augmented reality interfaces, has drawn attention as a frontier in esports and tech-driven athletics. Analysts note the event highlights growing synergies between Asia's tech sectors and competitive sports.
The Games underscore Abu Dhabi's rising profile as a hub for experimental sporting events, with participants from multiple Asian countries and regions competing. (CMG's Wang Zheng contributed to this report.)
