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Medalists

Results

Heats

First 2 from each heat (Q) and the next 2 fastest (q) qualified for the semifinals. Held on 11 March

Semifinals

First 2 from each heat (Q) qualified directly for the final. Held on 11 March

Final

Held on 12 March

References

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