Ricky Hatton’s son, Campbell Hatton, made the decision to retire from the boxing world earlier this year, shortly before the tragic passing of his father. Ricky Hatton, a renowned boxer who held six world titles in three weight divisions, was found deceased in his home in Greater Manchester at the age of 46.
Local authorities confirmed the discovery of Ricky Hatton’s body, stating that there were no suspicious circumstances surrounding his death. Ricky Hatton’s legacy as one of the UK’s most accomplished fighters of his era will be honored and remembered.
Having just turned 46, Ricky Hatton leaves behind three children, including his son Campbell, who had also pursued a career in professional boxing. Campbell, who started his professional journey in 2021, secured his first knockout victory against Attila Csereklye. Despite a successful start with 14 consecutive wins, Campbell faced defeats in bouts against James Flint in 2024.
After appointing his father as his trainer, Campbell decided to step away from the ring following his back-to-back losses. Ricky Hatton, speaking on behalf of his son, revealed that Campbell had faced personal challenges, leading to his retirement from boxing. Campbell, who received praise for his potential in the sport, has since transitioned to a different career path.
Expressing his pride in Campbell’s efforts, Ricky Hatton acknowledged the challenges his son had encountered and encouraged him to pursue a different profession. The sudden loss of Ricky Hatton has deeply affected the sports community, prompting an outpouring of condolences from various individuals.
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