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Ricky Hatton Honored in Manchester Funeral Procession

Police say there are no suspicious circumstances in the 46-year-old’s September death.

Overview

  • The cortege set off at 9:45 a.m. from the Cheshire Cheese pub in Hyde, paused at Hatton’s boxing gym and Manchester Cathedral, then continued to Manchester City’s Etihad Stadium.
  • Fans lined the route as stars including Tyson Fury, Wayne Rooney and Liam Gallagher paid respects outside the cathedral.
  • Mourners released doves at Hatton’s parents’ former pub, a brass band played Winter Wonderland, and his son Campbell delivered a eulogy shown to the crowd.
  • Greater Manchester Police said officers were called on 14 September and found Hatton dead at his Manchester home with no sign of foul play.
  • The two-weight world champion known as “The Hitman” had been preparing a comeback and remained closely linked to Manchester City, with family saying he was in a positive place.