Former UFC fighter Felipe ‘Cabocão’ Colares dies after being hit by a bus in Rio

Felipe “cabucao” necklacesa former wrestler UFCHe died on Monday after being hit by a bus on Avenida das Américas, in the western district of Rio. He was returning from training when he was surprised by the car. fighter MMA He was even taken by the fire department to Rocha Faria Hospital in Campo Grande, but died on the way. He leaves his wife and six-month-old son.

Felipe Kollaris was 29 years old and born in Macapa, Amapá. Train at Nogueira’s team. He started out in North Extreme Cagefighting in 2013, but only caught the attention of the UFC in 2017, when he became the Jungle Fight Featherweight Champion. He was still trying to stay in the sport.

In the main MMA franchise, there have been six fights between 2019 and 2022, with four losses and two victories. He was undefeated before joining the category. in this season, Felipe “cabucao” necklaces He made his UEFA debut for Ares FC with a win. The Brazilian’s goal was contention for the belt later this year.

The family has not yet released details about the athlete’s wake and funeral. Nor about how the hit-and-run happens.