UFC's Nascimento, 34, dies after apparent heart attack
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- Allan Nascimento, a 34-year-old Brazilian flyweight, died Monday after suffering an apparent heart attack in his sleep, the UFC confirmed
- The UFC said Nascimento was found unresponsive Monday morning and pronounced dead at the scene despite efforts by the responding medical team
- Nascimento had been with the UFC since 2021, compiling a 4-2 promotional record alongside an overall MMA career mark of 22 wins and 7 losses
- Mitch Raposo handed Nascimento his final bout, a split-decision loss in June
- The promotion issued condolences to Nascimento's family, friends, teammates, and loved ones in a public statement
Why it matters: Nascimento's death at 34 comes just two months after his most recent UFC bout, cutting short an active promotional career that included four Octagon wins since 2021 and leaving the UFC and his peers mourning a 22-7 fighter still in his competitive prime.
