An Australian mixed martial artist died weeks after collapsing during a bout at an MMA event.
Jake Sendler, 21, from Melbourne, was found to have a life-threatening condition known as rhabdomyolysis triggered by severe muscle breakdown that floods the body with harmful toxins. While preparing for a bout under the Hex Fight Series banner on March 2, Sendler unknowingly pushed through worsening symptoms, completely unaware that his body was shutting down.
Sendler was spotted wildly throwing punches “at the air” during the final round of his three-round fight and acting erratically.
Shortly after leaving the ring, his condition rapidly deteriorated.