Ivet Lalova Takes Over as Host of Bulgaria's 'Games of Will' Season 8

Bulgarian sprint champion Ivet Lalova has been appointed the new host of the reality competition “Games of Will” for its eighth season. After debuting on the arena in Duran Koulak alongside host Pavel Nikolov, Lalova described the transition from athletics to television as a long‑hard road, noting the physical and emotional demands of guiding contestants beyond the competition floor. She emphasized that her role is to motivate participants, offering encouragement and a “smile” rather than becoming their friend, and highlighted how her sporting spirit will shape the show’s tribal council segments.

The change marks a high‑profile shift for the popular Bulgarian series, with Lalova’s fame expected to draw additional viewers and bring a new dynamic to the program’s format.