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What was the reason for Andrew Fisher's dismissal in the 2016 Summer Olympics?

  • He broke a rule

  • He got injured

  • False start

  • His shoes were untied

Answer

The false start rule in track and field disqualifies athletes who begin their race before the starting signal is given. It aims to ensure fair competition by preventing athletes from gaining an unfair advantage by reacting prematurely. In the context of the 2016 Summer Olympics, Andrew Fisher was dismissed due to a false start in his respective race, resulting in his disqualification from that particular event.
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