MMA fighter dies after motorcycle crash in Italy

MMA

ONE Championship fighter Iuri Lapicus died Monday in Italy due to injuries sustained in a motorcycle crash last week, the promotion confirmed with ESPN. He was 27.

“The ONE Championship team is heartbroken over the tragic passing of Iuri Lapicus,” the promotion wrote in a statement. “Our thoughts and prayers go out to his loved ones at this difficult time.”

According to Milano Today, Lapicus crashed his motorbike Friday into a vehicle driven by a woman in northwest Milan and had to be airlifted via helicopter to a hospital in the city. Lapicus was in a coma until Monday, per reports.

Lapicus (14-2) was a former ONE 185-pound title challenger. The Moldovan-born resident of Italy competed against former UFC lightweight champion Eddie Alvarez in 2021, a bout that went to a no-contest after Lapicus landed unintentional punches to the back of Alvarez’s head. Lapicus fought most recently last August, a loss to Zebaztian Kadestam. Lapicus had begun his pro MMA career with 14 straight victories.

Products You May Like

Articles You May Like

Tim David smashes Thunder as Hurricanes extend streak
Cowell becomes Aston Martin boss, Krack stays on
Santa Anita postpones Friday’s card due to fires
Slot won’t comment on Kvaratskhelia rumours
Knicks eye fixes after losing another shootout

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *