Nina Dobrev Roots for Bulgarian Gymnastics Legend Yovchev

Phenomenal Bulgarian Yordan Yovchev is the first male gymnast to compete in six Olympic Games. Photo by EPA/BGNES

US Bulgarian-born actress Nina Dobrev has issued a series of tweets cheering for Bulgarian legendary gymnast Yordan Yovchev in his London 2012 olympic performance.

"Bulgaria officially has the oldest gymnast competing Rings in the Olympic games. Yordan Yovchev. This is his 6th games! Now that is what I call an achievement," wrote Dobrev on Twitter.

"He should get an award! I'll be roоting and cheering for you Yordan! Goodluck! Keep making us Bulgarians proud!" continues the Holywood star.

July 29, veteran Yovchev made it to the finals in the gymnastics rings combination, which will take place Monday.

The 39-year-old Bulgarian is a four-time olympic medalist, and has participated in 6 Olympics.

His perserverance and brilliant performance has attracted acclaim from media and viewers worldwide.

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