Heartbroken Isn't the Word - Campbell Hatton Offers Emotional Tribute
Ricky Hatton's son Campbell stated that his pain goes beyond description as he offered an emotional tribute to his parent.
One-time world champion the boxer was found dead at his residence in Greater Manchester on the weekend.
Police indicated there were zero unusual circumstances surrounding the middle-aged athlete's demise.
In his earliest public message since the loss, Campbell posted a collection of photographs on Instagram on this week and wrote: "Heartbroken isn't the word.
"Many has always told me I was your spitting image - not once a more accurate word said. Looked up to you in every aspect of life.
"It's impossible to describe how much I'm going to long for the good times we had and all the memories, which I will remember forever. Just can't process we won't have any more. Love you, Dad."
Sports Legacy
The fighter won 45 of his 48 career matches during a lengthy boxing journey, and was title winner at light-welterweight and 147-pound divisions. He final bout as a pro in 2012, though had intended to make a comeback into the arena in October.
Known as 'the Hitman', Hatton established himself as a extremely beloved fighter with character inside and outside the ring - an approximate 30,000 fans flew to watch his title fight against the great Floyd Mayweather in Las Vegas in 2007.
Campbell was too a professional boxer and won his first 14 professional fights. He retired in recent months.
Relatives Statement
The boxer's family released a announcement on the following day in which they mentioned the outpouring of support and kindness towards him.
"He had a soul as generous as his laughter, and his generosity, wit and faithfulness touched everyone who was fortunate enough to know him," the statement read.
