Mexican athlete and fitness coach Mario Torruco has died after falling ill while competing at the iF3 Masters World Championship in Aruba, according to English 24ora’s October 30 report. The outlet reported that his death was confirmed on October 28.
Medical emergency during the championship
Torruco, who lived in Puebla, represented Mexico in the men’s 30–34 category. According to the report, he experienced a medical emergency during the Endurance Test on October 23, the first day of competition. The course covered approximately two kilometres around the Bushiribana Gold Mill Ruins.
English 24ora reported that Torruco was taken to Dr. Horacio Oduber Hospital. Citing statements by fitness federations, it said he was initially discharged after his condition improved, but was subsequently readmitted when his health deteriorated.
Federations express condolences
The International Functional Fitness Federation, local organiser F3 Aruba and the Mexico Functional Fitness Federation issued statements following his death, the outlet reported. The Mexican federation said it had helped coordinate support and notified Mexican authorities to facilitate consular assistance.
The report also described family and community fundraising to help with expenses and the return of his remains to Puebla. The Mexican federation urged sensitivity and asked the sports community to avoid speculation. This account does not establish a medical cause of death.
Source: English 24ora’s report on Mario Torruco and the federations’ statements.
