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UFC fighter Allan Nascimento dead at 34 after apparent heart attack
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Latest News | FOX 26 Houston
articleUFC flyweight Allan Nascimento has died at age 34, the UFC announced Monday.
Nascimento was found unresponsive after suffering an apparent heart attack in his sleep, according to a statement released by the organization.
Despite efforts by emergency responders, he was pronounced dead at the scene, the UFC said.
The Brazilian compiled a 22-7 professional record and went 4-2 inside the Octagon, with 15 of his 22 career victories coming by submission.
Nascimento spent more than a decade pursuing his UFC dream before emerging as one of the promotion's rising flyweight contenders.