Death is one thing that will change the mood of the whole world. Especially if the fans witness the passing of one of the fighters of the sport, it is bound to affect the community. This time an untimely death has shaken the MMA world as the fans mourn the passing of Iuri Lapicus. The Moldova-born fighter passed away in a road accident in Italy where he normally resides.
The fans certainly were taken by surprise at the saddening news and have expressed their feelings on the internet.
The untimely death of Iuri Lapicus sees fans mourn the loss
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The fans have taken to Twitter to share their remorse for the former ONE championship fighter. The news went viral all over the internet as it was shared by most fans and MMA personalities.
MMA expert Al Zullino posted the news on his Twitter account. He wrote, “Unfortunately, it’s true. As confirmed by @MrTudorLeonte, Italian MMA fighter Iuri Lapicus is dead after a motorcycle crash. Iuri was 27, had 14-2-1 NC record, and competed under the ONE banner, where he faced legends in the likes of @Ealvarezfight and @ChristianLeeMMA. RIP.”
Unfortunately, it's true.
As confirmed by @MrTudorLeonte, Italian MMA fighter Iuri Lapicus is dead after a motorcycle crash.
Iuri was 27, had 14-2-1 NC record, and competed under the ONE banner, where he faced legends in the likes of @Ealvarezfight and @ChristianLeeMMA.
RIP. pic.twitter.com/9AHxlX9HPH
— Al Zullino (@phre) March 20, 2023
The fans were saddened upon hearing the news of Lapicus’ passing away.
They showed their emotions on Twitter.
Wow – gone far too soon 🙁
— Ben Davis (@BenTheBaneDavis) March 20, 2023
A fan added how they were feeling about the news.
So sad!
— Jon (MMAandMe) (@MMAandME) March 20, 2023
Another fan was in a state of total shock.
Oh man's that's awful
— Lewis Glover MMA (@LewisGloverMMA) March 20, 2023
Similarly, some social media users gave their condolences.
Rest in peace 🙏
— Ryan Christian Ventura (@ryanventura778) March 20, 2023
Likewise, another fan added after hearing the terrible news.
Terrible news. RIP
— Andy Hickey MMA (@AndyHickeyMMA) March 20, 2023
Lastly, a fan added some lines about the imminent death that is inevitable in the life of a human being.
Slaps you hard in the face about human mortality. Death is a mlst absolute certain thing and it comes whenever it wants.😣
— Izuma Bakumatsu (@izumabakumatsu) March 20, 2023
The untimely demise of Lapicus surely wasn’t something the fans were expecting.
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Iuri Lapicus had a promising start in ONE Championship
The Moldova-born fighter had fought 5 times in the ONE Championship. The late fighter had 2 wins, 2 losses, and 1 no contest in his 5 fights. Moreover, his resume read an impressive 14-0 before his first loss to Christian Lee.
Furthermore, his resume also included the likes of former UFC champion Eddie Alvarez (No contest) and Marat Gafurov (victory). However, he lost his last fight against Zebaztian Kadestam.
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It’s saddening to see such a talent pass away so soon. Rest in Peace Iuri Lapicus.
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