Ricky Hatton Remained Excited For Coming Days, Family Reveal
The champion achieved 32 stoppage victories among forty-five career successes.
One-time world champion Ricky Hatton was "excited for the future" prior to his death, as stated by his family.
The British sportsman, aged, was discovered at his Manchester property recently.
Law enforcement stated that no concerning factors related.
Hatton's family noted that "based on what we understood", notwithstanding his public challenges, Richard was doing well".
"The family remains in shock at the events that unfolded over the weekend.
"He was surrounded during his days and even before prior to Sunday.
The boxer previously shared battling mental health struggles and in 2023, he was the subject of a documentary that addressed his private struggles and psychological battles.
His family shared that his body was located by pal and business associate Paul Speak.
The athlete notched 45 career wins from 48 professional bouts throughout an impressive boxing run and held titleholder across 140-pound welter classes.
His final competed back in 2012 having been scheduled to fight a fighter this winter overseas.
Event organizers clarified the bout would be a sanctioned contest, however details remained unclear if the event was officially approved.
Loved ones noted: "His luggage was prepared for the trip abroad to promote an upcoming match and also arranging a gathering in Dubai, and his beloved daughters his kids were to be the focus of.
"He looked forward because they would see him fight for the first time in person.
"He was a doting grandfather who enjoyed spending time his grandchildren."
The relatives appealed for a phase of private and personal reflection and shared that plans regarding a funeral may be shared in the future.
