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What is a false start in a sprint race?

Starting before the gun fires.

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Why: A false start happens when an athlete begins motion before the gun or approved starting apparatus fires.

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Answer: Starting before the gun fires. A false start happens when an athlete begins motion before the gun or approved starting apparatus fires.

  1. Track and field en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Track_and_field
    may not commence his starting motion until after receiving the report of the gun
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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