Venezuelan athletes will wear black mourning ribbons during the Central American and Caribbean Games. The request to wear the ribbons was made by Venezuela and approved in an assembly prior to the start of the competitions. The gesture signifies a period of national mourning within the country. Details regarding the specific reason for the mourning were not provided in the initial report. This symbolic act demonstrates the athletes’ solidarity and respect during a time of national grief. The decision was communicated by the head of the organizing committee. Further details are expected to emerge as the Games progress.