"Together with the 1994 World Cup, today's victory of Dara is the best advertisement for our small country, and we absolutely deserve it," wrote ITN leader Slavi Trifonov on Facebook following the triumph of the national singer in the Eurovision music contest.

"Bulgaria's victory in the 2026 Eurovision final is absolutely logical! A beautiful, musical, charismatic, and talented girl showed Europe and the world what kind of people actually live in Bulgaria! Congratulations to Dara, to Sanya, and respect to the entire team that achieved this great success," he added.

"P.S. I can't help but congratulate all those who cheered from the bottom of their hearts. I am happy for you - you are great. Cheers to all!" Trifonov concluded his post.