Argentinian boxer Mario Melo tragically dies after choking during croissant-eating competition
The boxing champion in the 80s and 90s, had famously been knocked out in the first round after challenging US boxer Michael Moorer for the WBA light-heavyweight world title in 1990
A former Argentinian boxing champion died tragically during a croissant-eating competition being held in the Atlantic coastal resort of Pinamar this past Sunday after one got stuck in his throat.
Despite the best efforts of those in and around the area, 56-year-old Mario Melo could not be saved.
According to the Daily Mail, the incident unfolded after he suffered complications during the contest about who could eat the most croissants in a minute.
When it became apparent that Melo was choking, several men reportedly began smacking the 1990 WBA light-heavyweight world title challenger on his back in an attempt to free his airways, but to no avail.