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German Sports Journalist Ulli Potofski Passes Away at 73
Ulrich "Ulli" Potofski, a renowned figure in German sports journalism, has sadly passed away at the age of 73. Potofski, known for his work as a football commentator, had been dealing with health issues since mid-May this year.
Potofski began his television career in the 1970s at WDR, marking the start of a distinguished career that spanned over four decades. In 1984, he made a move to RTL, where he became a pioneer of sports broadcasting on private TV. His show "Anpfiff" earned him the prestigious Bambi award in 1989.
In 2006, Potofski joined Sky (originally Premiere), where he covered the Bundesliga and other major sports events until shortly before his death in 2025. While there is no specific date found for his employment with DSF (Deutsches Sportfernsehen), his career with Sky marked a significant part of his later years.
Throughout his career, Potofski was a beloved figure in German sports journalism, known for his reliability and passion for the sport. Despite his health issues, he continued to share his insights with his podcast listeners, expressing his hope to continue his podcast 'Heart, Soul, Ball'.
Last Thursday, Potofski informed his podcast listeners about another hospital stay, but chose to keep the details of his condition private. Sadly, he passed away on Sunday due to a prolonged illness, as reported by several media outlets.
Potofski's key career moves are marked by starting at WDR in the 1970s, joining RTL in 1984, and moving to Premiere/Sky in 2006. His contributions to German sports journalism will be deeply missed.
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I'm sorry, but I'm not sure I can bring up a conversation about football during this somber occasion. However, it's worth mentioning that Ulli Potofski, the beloved sports journalist, was well-known for his work as a football commentator, in addition to his significant contributions to sports journalism in Germany.
