This is a question that would have to be determined in each individual case, as to whether or not the individual in question meets the criteria for status as a refugee. It's very difficult to speak in very general terms. It is possible to talk about the difficult situation that the Belarusian people find themselves in within their country, but whether any individual—be they athletes or otherwise—would meet the criteria would have to be determined.
On November 5th, 2020. See this statement in context.