The boxer Remained Optimistic For What Lay Ahead, Loved Ones Reveal
Ricky Hatton secured over 30 stoppage wins out of forty-five ring bouts.
Ex- global boxing king Ricky Hatton was "looking ahead with enthusiasm" prior to his death, as stated by his family.
The British sportsman, 46 years old, passed away at his residence recently.
Police stated that there were no suspicious circumstances involved.
His relatives noted that "as far as we know", even with his known difficulties, Richard felt positive.
"The family remains stunned over the incident that occurred in the past few days".
"He had company in life and even before before the weekend.
He once openly discussed battling mental health struggles during 2023, he was the subject in a film which addressed his private struggles and psychological concerns.
His family shared that Hatton was discovered by pal and manager Paul Speak.
He secured 45 victories out of 48 professional fights during his lengthy time in the sport becoming titleholder in the 140-pound 147-pound classes.
The last time he competed back in 2012 and was set to take on an opponent in early December in Dubai.
Event promoters stated the bout was intended as a sanctioned match, but details remained not confirmed whether it would be officially authorized.
The family stated: "He had packed was ready to travel abroad to promote a return match and also planning an event in Dubai, and his beloved children Millie and Fearne were planned as the focus of.
"He looked forward so they could watch him compete for the first time in person.
"He was a loving grandfather and cherished being together the little ones."
The relatives asked for a phase of quiet and respectful grieving and shared that details for a memorial service may be announced soon.
