Source: Africa Publicity
Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has announced that Brazilian fighter Allan Nascimento has died after suffering an apparent heart attack in his sleep.
Nascimento, aged 34, was a Sao Paulo resident. He leaves behind two children.
Late on Monday, the Mixed Martial Art (MMA) organization announced Nascimento’s death in a statement on their website.
“This morning, Monday, August 3rd, our beloved fighter and exemplary flyweight, Allan Nascimento, was found unresponsive after suffering an apparent heart attack in his sleep,” the UFC statement read.
“Despite the efforts of the responding medical team, he was pronounced deceased at the scene.”
“Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with Allan’s family, friends, teammates, and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.”
The last fight for the flyweight came in June, when he was defeated by Mitch Raposo in a split decision.
Nascimento fought out of Chute Boxe in Brazil and had a UFC record of four wins and two defeats, with an overall MMA record of 22 wins and seven defeats.
“We have lost a warrior, friend, dedicated competitor and extraordinary human being,” Chute Boxe said in a statement.
“[He] earned the respect and admiration of all who had the privilege of knowing him,” they said on Instagram.
