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Frequently Asked questions About the Defection of Cuban Athletes in International Events
Why did the cuban judoka Jonathan delgado leave the delegation in Paraguay?
Jonathan Delgado decided to leave the delegation after completing his competitive participation in the II Junior Pan American Games in Paraguay 11117079.html”>[[3]].How many Cuban athletes have defected at the Junior Pan American Games in Asunción?
So far, five Cuban athletes have defected during the Junior Pan American Games in Asunción [[2]]. These include Jonathan Delgado, three rowers (Robert Landy Fernández, Félix Puente Batista, and Keiler Ávila Núñez), and the handball player Suannet de la Caridad Nápoles [[2]].
What is the process for seeking asylum?
Defectors are expected to begin proceedings before the National Commission of Stateless Persons and Refugees (conare) [[3]]. The process involves multiple stages [[3]].