Defection

Explore stories of Cuban athletes defecting, their personal journeys, and the political implications, featuring tales from the Olympics to major sporting events.

Cuban Athlete Who Defected in Dominican Republic Speaks Out: "Returning to Cuba Means Prison"

Published on 8/25/2026

Dominican Republic Uncovers Cuban Agents Spying on Athletes at Central American Games

Published on 8/19/2026

Cuba Shines with Triple Gold in Santo Domingo 2026 Canoeing Events

Published on 8/6/2026

Nine Members of Cuban Canoeing Team Defect in Montreal

Published on 7/16/2026

Cuban Judoka Dayle Ojeda Opens Up About Her Defection at the Paris Olympics

Published on 10/5/2024