Valentin Bratoev landed in Italy today at 12am in Bergamo’s airport. He was welcomed by the chairman Vullo and sport director Marchesi.

“It went really well, although I think we could have fought for the gold – said the Bulgarian spiker on his return from the European Championships in Turkey – National teammate Svetozar Ivanov told me there is a great atmosphere and an excellent team here in Verislia. He really enjoys being here and I’m happy to finally be here myself”.