A bodybuilding champion has died after drowing in a lake whereas on a fishing journey in Romania. Catalin Stefanescu, 28, was discovered 3ft deep within the water in Dambovita County on Sunday, in response to native news outlet Targoviste News.

A former nationwide bodybuilding champion within the 80 kg weight class, Mr Stefanescu was reportedly discovered unconscious by a buddy who had joined him on the fishing journey on Lazuri lake.

The pal had gone residence earlier than returning to the water the place he discovered Mr Stefanescu, in response to Targoviste News.

Emergency providers had been known as to the lake the place the sports activities fanatic was pronounced lifeless on the scene.

Tributes have been paid to the health coach who was married with a daughter.

One individual, quoted by Targoviste News, stated: "Our little one, kind and gentle, you tore our souls apart. We were waiting to say Happy Birthday in a week [and] now we mourn you. Your sun set too early."

Another wrote in tribute: "Smooth road to Heaven, champion. You were and will remain a legend in our souls."

A 3rd wrote: RIP. God relaxation in peace my good coach! I'll always remember you.

"You left too soon leaving behind only sadness and pain."