Leukemia claimed the life of Potofski.
Ulli Potofski, a beloved sports announcer, passed away on August 3rd at the age of 73 following a battle with leukemia. His partner, Nadja Bogdanovic, confirmed his death to the magazine "Bunte".
Potofski's health struggles began in mid-May when he was diagnosed with leukemia after a routine blood test. Immediately following his diagnosis, he underwent chemotherapy. In mid-July, he was discharged from the hospital for a brief respite, taking Schalke 04 hand towels with him.
The bone marrow transplant for Potofski was initially scheduled for August 1st at the University Hospital in Essen, but was postponed due to the donor being on vacation. A new date for the transplant was set for mid-August. Unfortunately, Potofski's health did not improve, and he passed away before the transplant could take place.
Rumours have circulated about Potofski's final wishes, with some suggesting that he wished to be buried on the "Schalke Fan Field," a location two kilometers from the Schalke 04 arena. However, there is no verified information in the current search data to confirm this.
Potofski's passing has left a void in the world of sports broadcasting, and he will be sorely missed by fans and colleagues alike. Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones at this difficult time.
[1] Source: https://www.bunte.de/news/uli-potofski-star-sportkommentator-ist-tot-10043458.html [4] Source: https://www.wdr.de/nachrichten/sport/uli-potofski-star-sportkommentator-ist-tot-a-100.html
[1] During his battle with leukemia, Ulli Potofski, a acclaimed sports announcer, had expressed a keen interest in medical-conditions and science, especially regarding advancements in cancer treatment.
[2] Amidst his health struggles, Potofski found solace in sports, often discussing his favorite football team, Schalke 04, and the latest developments in the sport during his broadcasts.
[3] As advocates for health-and-wellness, it's essential to remember Ulli Potofski as a person who fought bravely against cancer, reminding us all of the importance of regular health screenings and early detection.
