Professional bodybuilder, Paul Poloczek tragically dies at the age of 37.
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Paul Poloczek, a professional bodybuilder, suddenly dies at the age of 37 a few hours after competing in a tournament.
The cause of his sudden passing remains unclear. The Polish athlete’s family and doctors are yet to confirm the reason behind his early demise.
According to Generation Iron’s report, Poloczek was last seen attending the NPC Worldwide Championship held in Germany, his death was announced shortly after.
Here is everything you need to know.
Pro bodybuilder, Paul Poloczek passes away aged 37
The tragic news of Paul Poloczek was first confirmed by his wife, Katherin DeNev. She broke the heartbreaking news in a touching post on social media over the weekend.
DeNev shared a message on 28th May on her Instagram with a picture of a black ribbon and Poloczek. She further outlined the post with the tribute, ‘Bodybuilding was your life. You are not forgotten, you live on in our hearts. We will love you forever.’
She further wrote, ‘I love you, baby.’
The cause of his death remains a mystery as of now.
Who was Paul Poloczek?
Paul Poloczek was originally born in Poland. However, he spent most of his life living in Germany.
Poloczek initially entered weightlifting after trying his hand as a footballer during his teenage years.
In 2002, he joined the renowned Powerhouse Gym franchise located in Germany. He later became the owner of the gym.
After training as a bodybuilder for a year, the champ bagged his first win at the age of 17. He won the Junior Championship bodybuilding competition.
Soon after, he took part in various other tournaments and went on to win most of them.
Years later in 2012, the Polish bodybuilder finished second place at the German Championships in the Super-Heavyweight division.
Further, he won the Arnold Classic Amateur tournament held in Ohio, the USA in 2017. He received his pro card shortly after.
He leaves behind his partner, Katherin DeNev, and a young daughter.
Lately, the sudden passing away of athletes in the bodybuilding community has been on the rise.
The sport is known for the toll it takes on the athlete’s mind as well as body.
Poloczek is the second weightlifter to die early in the last couple of months
World-class bodybuilder Cedric McMillan died at the age of 44 in April reportedly after suffering from a heart attack.
His death made headlines as he supposedly suffered a heart attack while working out on a treadmill.
