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Hatton was excited for the future, say family

Hatton was excited for the future, say family

Summary

Former world boxing champion Ricky Hatton was found dead at his home in Manchester. He was 46 years old. His family said he was looking forward to his future and had planned a comeback fight in Dubai.

Key Facts

  • Ricky Hatton was a world champion in boxing at light-welterweight and welterweight.
  • He won 45 of his 48 professional boxing matches.
  • Hatton passed away at 46 years old; police do not suspect foul play in his death.
  • He had openly discussed coping with depression and was in a documentary about his life.
  • At the time of his death, Hatton was preparing for a boxing event in Dubai.
  • His family released a statement highlighting their shock and need for privacy.
  • Hatton was a grandfather and had planned for his family to see him fight live in Dubai for the first time.

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