The manager who has been with Ricky Hatton for a long time discovered the body of his close friend at the boxer’s residence, according to recent reports.
Paul Speak, who also served as Hatton’s trusted associate, has been highlighted as deserving recognition following the unsettling finding on Sunday morning. He took the initiative to enter the renowned boxer’s property in Hyde, Greater Manchester, after Hatton, aged 46, did not attend a boxing event on Saturday night.
Noted boxing commentator Steve Bunce shared details about the situation, mentioning that Hatton was absent from the boxing show on Saturday. It was Paul Speak who discovered his dear friend, the beloved Ricky Hatton, under tragic circumstances.
In a statement released through the police, Ricky Hatton’s family paid tribute to their “beloved son Richard” yesterday, expressing gratitude for the impact he had on numerous lives.
A close friend of Hatton, former boxer Stacey Copeland, participated in a special program called ‘Remembering Ricky Hatton’ on BBC Five Live, where she reminisced about Hatton’s aspirations and their recent encounter at his gym last Thursday.
Hatton, originally from Stockport, Greater Manchester, was scheduled to finalize a fight contract in Dubai on Monday for a match against Eisa Al Dah from the United Arab Emirates in December, as mentioned by Ms. Copeland.
Ms. Copeland recalled her last conversation with Hatton regarding his elbow discomfort. The sudden loss of Hatton has left many in shock, with sentiments of disbelief prevailing.
The authorities confirmed on Sunday that Hatton, aged 46, was found deceased at his residence in Hyde by Greater Manchester Police. They assured the public that there were no suspicious circumstances surrounding the incident. Tributes to Hatton, a former world welterweight champion, have poured in from the sports community and beyond, as reported by Manchester Evening News.
In a statement on Monday, Hatton’s family emphasized that he was more than just a boxing champion, portraying him as a loving family member and friend who touched many lives with his kindness and dedication both in and out of the ring.
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