Boris Mihov's journey is a proof of the power of curiosity and dedication in competitive programming and mathematics. The creative spark he first found in a fifth-grade classroom was nurtured by great mentors, instilling in him a commitment to give back to his country’s Olympiad community. Boris shares how his love for puzzles and logic led to competitive success, and what makes studying and problem solving fun for him.

We caught up before he started university (interview edited for length and clarity):