Mixed martial arts competitor Allan Nascimento has passed away at 34, according to an announcement from the UFC.
The Brazilian flyweight was discovered unresponsive on Monday following what appears to have been a heart attack whilst sleeping.
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In an official statement, the UFC 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.
Over the course of his professional career, Nascimento compiled a record of 22 victories from 29 total fights. His most recent appearance in the octagon came in June, when he faced off against Mitch Raposo in Las Vegas. That bout ended in defeat for Nascimento, who lost via split decision.
