Three-time Olympian Toma Nikiforov addressed the reasons behind his decision to represent Belgium rather than Bulgaria during his three Olympic appearances in a recent podcast appearance. During the interview on ‘Sled Igrite Podcast’, the judoka discussed his relationship with his homeland and whether he had ever received offers to compete under the Bulgarian flag.
Nikiforov also shared personal reflections on fatherhood and the challenges of balancing professional commitments with family life. He recounted an emotional moment where his eldest daughter believed he had passed away during his participation in the reality show ‘Igrite na Volyata’.