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Bulgaria's Svetlana Staneva Seeks Clarity on Women's Boxing Rules After Controversial Olympic Defeat
Bulgarian boxer Svetlana Staneva expressed satisfaction with her performance at the Paris Olympics but voiced confusion over the circumstances that led to her loss against Taiwan's Lin Yu-ting. Staneva, competing in the women's 57kg category, was eliminated in the quarterfinals by unanimous decision.
Novak Djokovic is Coming to Bulgaria for a Match with Grigor Dimitrov
Grigor Dimitrov and Novak Djokovic are set to bring an unprecedented tennis event to Sofia, offering fans in Bulgaria the chance to witness a major showdown. The Olympic champion Djokovic will visit the Bulgarian capital for an exhibition match at the invitation of Dimitrov, marking a notable event as the two top Balkan tennis stars face off.
Bulgaria’s Svetlana Staneva to Face Controversial Boxer Lin Yu-Ting in Paris
Svetlana Staneva, Bulgaria's representative in the Olympic boxing tournament, has begun her campaign in the 57 kg weight category at the Paris 2024 Games with a decisive victory. Kamenova advanced by defeating Irish boxer Michaela Walsh via unanimous decision.
Bulgaria's Desislava Angelova Secures Spot in Skiff Medal Race at the Olympics
In the Olympic regatta in Paris, Bulgaria has secured a finalist spot in the skiff event with Desislava Angelova making a notable debut. The 26-year-old rower advanced to the final A after completing the 2000-meter course in 7:27.16 minutes, achieving the third-fastest time in the first semi-final heat.
Bulgaria's Kaloyana Nalbantova Shines in Badminton at Paris Olympics
Bulgaria's Kaloyana Nalbantova achieved a notable victory in badminton, defeating Chinese-born Qi Xuefei, who represents France, with a decisive 2:0 in their group stage match at the Paris Olympics. Despite facing strong support for Qi from the audience, the 18-year-old Nalbantova maintained her composure, winning 21:18 and 21:18.
Unveiling the Mystery: Speculations Surrounding the Hooded Torchbearer at the 2024 Olympic Games Ignited by Parkour Champion’s Post
A unique mystery has emerged around the identity of the hooded runner carrying the Olympic Flame, who made their appearance at the opening ceremony on Friday, July 26.
Bulgaria Accelerates Eurozone Entry: Parliament Sets July 2025 Target
The Bulgarian Parliament has recently adopted a decision to accelerate the process of adopting the euro. Under this new directive, the Ministry of Finance is tasked with requesting Bulgaria's Eurozone membership to commence on July 1, 2025, provided the country meets the inflation criteria by the end of this year.
Bulgarian MPs Push for Faster Euro Adoption Despite Feasibility Concerns
Bulgarian MPs have called for the accelerated adoption of the euro, but the finance minister explained that this was not feasible. The Committee on Budget and Finance voted on a decision urging the caretaker government to expedite the practical preparations for the euro's adoption in Bulgaria. This draft decision was submitted by Boyko Borissov and several representatives from GERB.
Bulgarian Basketball Star Vezenkov Waives $6.6 Million to Leave Toronto Raptors
Bulgaria's Aleksandar (Sasha) Vezenkov has officially been released by the Toronto Raptors.
Serbian clubs learn of their potential opponents in UEFA competitions
NYON - Serbian side Partizan Belgrade were on Monday drawn to play Scottish football powerhouse Glasgow Rangers in the UEFA Champions League third qualifying round if they knock out Ukraine's Dynamo Kyiv in the second round.
Dynamo will host the first leg of the tie in Lublin, Poland, on Tuesday and the return leg is scheduled for July 31 in Belgrade.
Ukrainian High Jumper Breaks Bulgarian Stefka Kostadinova's 37-Year-Old Record
Ukrainian high jumper Yaroslava Mahuchikh has broken Stefka Kostadinova's long-standing world record in the women's high jump. The 22-year-old Mahuchikh cleared 2.10 meters on her first attempt at this height during the Diamond League athletics tournament in Paris, as reported by BTA.
Incredible Mahuchikh Jumps 2.10m and Breaks Konstantinova’s 37-Year-Old High Jump World Record – See pics
Background
On August 30, 1987, at the Olympic Stadium in Rome, Stefka Kostadinova set a new world record by clearing 2.09m. Her previous best was also her own record of 2.08m, achieved in 1986 in Sofia, Bulgaria.
Bulgaria's Dimitrov Shines in London: Cruises Past Monfils to Reach Wimbledon Top 16
Bulgaria's Grigor Dimitrov has advanced to the second week of Wimbledon after defeating Gael Monfils in three sets. In the third round of the London competition, Dimitrov managed a convincing 6:3, 6:4, 6:3 victory over the Frenchman. The match, lasting only an hour and 47 minutes, marked Dimitrov's fourth career entry into the tournament's top 16.
European Girls’ Volleyball U18: Strong Start for the National Team
Kosta Gountas’ team, largely the same squad that finished fourth in Europe last year, only struggled in the first set, where the typical nerves of an opening match were evident. However, they comfortably secured the win afterward.
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Bulgaria's Grigor Dimitrov Notches 20th Wimbledon Victory in Commanding Fashion
Grigor Dimitrov, Bulgaria's most accomplished tennis player, commenced his 14th appearance at Wimbledon with a dominant performance on the grass courts of the All England Club in London.
As the 10th seed, Dimitrov defeated Serbia's Dusan Lajovic 6-3, 6-4, 7-5 in the first round, marking his 20th victory at this prestigious Grand Slam tournament and his 30th win of the season.