Mexican boxer Arturo ‘Lobito’ Torres has passed away at the age of 26 after suffering a bleed on the brain.Torres made his final appearance in the ring in Mexico against Gilberto Garcia last week, which ended in tragic circumstances.Torres passed away aged 26 with tributes pouring inInstagram @arturotorres.boxHe was stopped by his rival in the penultimate stanza of their clash, but was left in a bad way.The eight-year lightweight campaigner collapsed in his corner as shown in horrifying footage, and medics rushed to the ring to give him treatment.He was stretchered from the ring and taken swiftly to hospital, where doctors undertook an urgent procedure to combat a blood clot on the brain.Torres was placed in a coma after the surgery, with boxing fans praying for the best.Statement as Torres passes away aged 26But tragically, promoters Supreme Boxing confirmed the young star passed away.They wrote in a statement: “Tonight we here at Supreme Boxing along with all of the boxing community is in mourning following the death of Arturo Torres. Rest in Peace.“The incident took place on September 19th during an event organized by Cachanilla Promotions at Vicente Guerrero Park. “Torres faced García in a match that ended with a 7th round knockout. After the fight, ‘Lobito’ remained in the ring before collapsing. “He received medical attention and was subsequently transported to the Mexicali General Hospital for treatment where he succumb to his injuries earlier today.”The news had come just days after his brother Angel had given a positive update on his health stability.Torres, a popular fighter, had fought on some high-profile billsInstagram @arturotorres.boxHe had suggested doctors had placed him into a coma to prevent any undue stress, but the surgery had gone well and his sibling confirmed he was stable.However the 24-fight lightweight’s condition deteriorated, and his loss is a sad moment for global boxing.His death has prompted an outpouring of emotional tributes and grief, after ‘Lobito’ passed at such a young age.The Mexicali Amateur Boxing League have organised an event to help financially support his family after their loss.News of Torres’ death comes just one month after the passing of boxer Prichard Colon, who passed aged 33 following a long-term brain injury.