In a heartbreaking announcement, UFC middleweight fighter Marvin Vettori shared the devastating news of his brother Patrick`s death. Patrick, aged 29, tragically passed away following an accidental fire in his home, as reported by Italian MMA journalist Al Zullino.
Vettori`s emotional tribute to his brother expressed profound grief and love. He wrote about the irreplaceable void Patrick leaves behind and how deeply he cherished him.
In his moving words, Vettori described Patrick as his number one, his strength, and the smarter of the two. He spoke of Patrick`s promising future and the difficulty in accepting this loss. Vettori also conveyed hope that his brother is now in heaven, watched over by kindness.
The MMA community has rallied around Vettori, with figures like Megan Olivi, Manel Kape, Clay Guida, and Austin Vanderford offering their condolences in response to his post.
Marvin Vettori, a 31-year-old prominent figure in the UFC middleweight division, has consistently ranked among the top contenders. Recently, he faced Roman Dolidze in a rematch, where he experienced a defeat by unanimous decision, bringing his UFC record to 9 wins, 6 losses, and 1 draw.
