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UFC fighter Allan Nascimento dies from apparent heart attack
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· August 4, 2026
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Key takeaway Allan Nascimento, a 34-year-old UFC fighter, died from an apparent heart attack.
A mixed-martial arts competitor has passed away. Allan Nascimento, a 34-year-old UFC fighter, died from an apparent heart attack. He was from Sao Paulo, Brazil.
Nascimento competed in the flyweight division and had a record of 22-7 overall, with 4-2 in UFC competition. His last fight was in June. Further details about his career and the circumstances of his death are available from the UFC and other sources.
The UFC reported that Nascimento was found unresponsive at his home in Brazil and was pronounced dead. More information can be found through news outlets such as ESPN and The Guardian.
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Category: local Published: August 4, 2026 Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News Reading time: 1 min
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