Overview
- ZDF made the Tim Schroedter documentary available to stream on September 26, with a TV broadcast set for October 5 at 17:15.
- The 43‑minute film centers on Maske’s comeback at age 43, framing it against his controversial points defeat to Virgil Hill in 1996 and his rematch victory in 2007.
- Interviews feature Axel Schulz, former manager Werner Heinz, promoter Jean‑Marcel Nartz and ex‑Klitschko manager Bernd Bönte.
- Heinz reiterates his suspicion that outside factors influenced the 1996 decision, while Bönte suggests Maske’s return likely brought his biggest payday, and others cite ego and closure.
- Maske reflects on his career arc from the GDR sports system to mass‑audience pro stardom and calls his 1988 Olympic gold his most meaningful achievement.