Bulgaria awaits cadets: the “Ivan Doctorov Tournament 2026” kicks off in Sofia

July 02

From July 10th to 13th, Sofia will host the prestigious cadet Sambo tournament, dedicated to the memory of Ivan Doctorov. The competition promises to be one of the key events of the summer season for young sambists.

The tournament schedule is tight: the arrival and mandatory weigh-in will take place on the first day, July 10th. The mat will welcome the sambists the following day, with all the decisive bouts taking place on July 11th. Important information for teams: the organizers have allocated free accommodation quotas for delegations. This is an excellent opportunity for sambists and coaches to focus on results without being distracted by everyday matters.

Location: Sofia, Bulgaria

Dates: July 10th—13th, 2026

July 10th: Arrival and weigh-in.

July 11th: Competition day.

Don’t miss the chance to test your strength before the season’s big starts.

We look forward to seeing the team in Sofia!