The ‘beloved fighter and exemplary flyweight’ Allan Nascimento was found dead at his home after suffering an apparent heart attack in his sleep
Brazilian UFC fighter Allan Nascimento has been found dead at home after suffering an apparent heart attack.
The Brazilian flyweight was pronounced dead at age 34 after suffering the ‘heart attack’ in his sleep, the UFC has announced.
A statement from the organisation said: “This morning, Monday, August 3, our beloved fighter and exemplary flyweight Allan Nascimento was found unresponsive after suffering an apparent heart attack in his sleep.
“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, team-mates, and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.”
Nascimento had won a huge 22 of his 29 fights.
Most recently, he fought Mitch Raposo in Las Vegas.
Nascimento lost the June fight on a split decision.