Ivaylo Ivanov, the best Bulgarian referee, already has a match officiated at the Summer Olympic Games. Ivanov was the second referee in the match between Poland and Egypt. "Druzhina Polska" defeated the "Pharaohs" 3:0 (25-21, 25-19, 25-13). Referees receive their assignments day by day, so it is not yet clear when his next match will be.
Ivanov officiated the final of the Intercontinental Club Championship in 2024. After that, he had assignments for four of the Nations League tournaments - three for men and one for women. The Bulgarian is among the highest-rated FIVB referees.