Allan Nascimento dead at 34: UFC star dies from apparent heart attack in his sleep as tributes paid to ‘beloved’ fighter

ALLAN NASCIMENTO has been found dead at the age of 34. The UFC star suffered an apparent heart attack in his sleep before being found on Monday morning. Allan Nascimento was found dead on Monday morning Credit: Getty His death was confirmed by the UFC Credit: Getty Nascimento boasted a record of 22 wins from his 29 fights in the UFC – losing the other seven. The Brazilian brawler’s tragic death was confirmed by the UFC with a statement on social media. Sign up for the Sport newsletter Thank you! It read: “This morning, Monday, August 3rd, our beloved flyweight fighter, 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.” Tributes have flooded in on social media for Nascimento with many fans paying their respects. One posted: “Rest in peace, it’s crazy he literally just fought like less than a month ago.” A second wrote: “Rest in peace Allan.” Most read in Sport Nascimento won 22 of his 29 fights Credit: Getty His last fight was in June earlier this year Credit: Getty He made his UFC debut in 2021 Credit: Getty Tributes have flooded in for Nascimento on social media Credit: Getty A third commented: “God bless his soul and family.” A fourth said: “Terrible news! Rest in peace bro!” Another added: “I just fell to my knees, rest in peace.” Nascimento was in action just on June 20 as he took on American fighter Mitch Raposo at the Meta Apex in Nevada. Despite scoring a knockdown, the win was awarded to Raposo by decision after the three rounds. Nascimento made his debut in the UFC back in 2021 at UFC 267 but lost in a close split decision to Russian fighter Tagir Ulanbekov. He claimed famous victories against the likes of Jake Hadley, Carlos Hernandez, Jafel Filho and Cody Durden. MORE TO FOLLOW… Comment now