MMA fighter Allan Nascimento has died at the age of 34, the UFC has announced.
The Brazilian flyweight was found dead on Monday morning after suffering an apparent heart attack in his sleep.
A statement from UFC read: “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.
“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.”
Nascimento had been in the UFC since 2021 and his last fight was a loss to Mitch Raposo in June.
He trained at Chute Boxe in Brazil.
Chute Boxer paid tribute on social media , saying that their team had lost a "warrior, friend, dedicated competitor and extraordinary human being".
"He earned the respect and admiration of all who had the privilege of knowing him.
"Allan inspired on and off the mats with his determination, humility, respect and fighting spirit.
"Your presence will be missed immeasurable, rest in peace Allan, your name, your story and your legacy will live forever through our star."
A tribute to Nascimento on The UFC site added: “A member of the famed Chute Boxe Diego Lima team, Nascimento made six trips into the Octagon, amassing a 4-2 record while building a reputation as a skilled competitor and consummate professional.
“For his career, ‘Puro Osso’ compiled a 22-7 record with 16 of his wins coming by way of submission.
“A fixture on the doorstep of the Top 15, Nascimento was a constant presence alongside his teammates whenever they made the walk, sharing an especially close bond with former lightweight champion and current BMF titleholder Charles Oliveira.
“Our condolences go out to Nascimento’s family and friends, the Chute Boxe Diego Lima team, and all those impacted by this sudden, heartbreaking loss.”
Oliveira posted a tribute on social media: “Today I lost a brother that the fight game gave me.”
"Thank you for always being by my side, for sharing the mats and the corner.
"I have nothing but gratitude for having you with me in training, in the corner, and just hanging out. I love you, man; you're a legend."
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