Zhan Beleniuk
From Kharkiv to Paris: Semen Novikov Triumphs for Bulgaria, Dreams of Acceptance of Ukrainians
"I hope I've brought a lot of joy to the Bulgarian people. I know Bulgaria has a strong appreciation for Russians, but I hope they will also come to appreciate Ukrainians," said Semen Novikov, the Ukrainian-born wrestler who clinched Bulgaria's first Olympic gold medal at the Paris Games.