What happened with most of the Hungarian Olympic delegation after the 1956 Olympics?

After the 1956 Olympics, many members of the Hungarian delegation sought asylum in the West due to the political unrest following the Hungarian Revolution against Soviet control. A significant number of athletes, coaches, and officials chose to remain in countries like the United States and Canada, fearing repercussions if they returned home. This mass defection highlighted the deep political tensions in Hungary at the time and led to a lasting impact on Hungarian sports and society.