Stepping into the ring in my hometown of Sozopol was one of my most cherished dreams. And when that moment finally came, I realised that reality can be even more powerful than the dream itself. The atmosphere was incredible – the amphitheatre was packed, people were on their feet, and their voices echoed as they chanted my name. It was a surge of energy that can't be described – it's something you feel in your heart.
But the night wasn't just about sport. It carried a deeper purpose – together with my team, we organised a charity initiative to support cancer patients in the Sozopol municipality, and with collective effort, we raised 10,000 BGN. That gave the event even greater significance. The victory I shared with my fellow citizens and fans became a symbol not just of personal achievement, but of solidarity, compassion, and unity.
That evening will stay in my heart forever. Nothing compares to the feeling of winning at home, among the people you grew up with, who've always believed in you. The energy from the crowd wasn't just support – it was pure love, pure belief, and pure Bulgarian pride flowing through every cheer.
Fighting in Sozopol's amphitheatre was unlike anything I'd experienced before. This ancient venue, which has witnessed countless performances throughout history, became the stage for one of the most important nights of my career. The acoustics carried every chant, every cheer, creating an echo chamber of support that lifted me beyond my physical limits.
What made this fight truly special wasn't just the victory – it was seeing our community come together for a cause greater than boxing. The charity initiative showed me that sport can be a powerful vehicle for positive change. When we announced the 10,000 BGN raised for cancer patients, the roar from the crowd was even louder than when I won the fight.
Standing in that ring, victorious, surrounded by the voices of my hometown, I understood something profound: success isn't just about personal achievement. It's about lifting others, inspiring hope, and showing that dreams – no matter how big – can become reality with dedication and community support.
But I'm looking ahead. I can't wait to feel that energy again — and this time, I want it to be at the city stadium, in front of an even bigger crowd. Sozopol deserves an even greater sporting event, and I'm ready to make it happen.
The next phase of my Sozopol boxing journey involves taking it to an even grander scale. We're planning future events that will put our beautiful coastal town on the international boxing map. Imagine thousands of fans from across Bulgaria and beyond coming to witness world-class boxing by the Black Sea.
Every fight in Sozopol isn't just about me – it's about creating a legacy for Bulgarian boxing and showing the world what our small but mighty nation can produce. We're building something that will inspire the next generation of Bulgarian fighters and sports fans alike.
The love and support I felt that night in Sozopol fuel my determination every single day. This is just the beginning of something much bigger – a movement that combines elite sport with community spirit and meaningful causes.
The dream continues, and Sozopol will always be at the heart of it.
