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was one of eight events for male competitors in

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at the

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. The qualification round took place on September 17, with 76 gymnasts taking part. The eight highest scoring gymnasts competed in the final on September 24 at the

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. The event was won by

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, becoming the first Olympic gold medalist for independent Latvia.

Results

Qualification

Seventy-six gymnasts competed in the floor event during the qualification round on September 16. The eight highest scoring gymnasts advanced to the final on September 24. Each country was limited to two competitors in the final.

Final

References

Official Olympic Report
Men's floor

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