Tyson Fury And More Pay Tribute To Ricky Hatton At His Funeral

On Friday, a massive crowd, including several notable personalities, assembled in the streets of Manchester to pay tribute to the beloved Ricky Hatton. Among the distinguished attendees were Tyson Fury and his sibling, Tommy, along with famous figures such as Amir Khan, Frank Bruno, and boxing icons Conor and Nigel Benn, all demonstrating their admiration and respect.Hatton, who tragically passed away a few weeks ago at the age of 46, inspired many within the boxing community. In a video shared prior to the memorial service, Fury expressed that Hatton profoundly influenced his journey to becoming the renowned boxer he is today, saying, "I desired to emulate him.” He highlighted how Hatton’s flamboyant ring entrances and devoted fans shaped the UK boxing scene.Wayne Rooney, the former Manchester United star, and singer Liam Gallagher were also present at the heartfelt farewell. As the funeral progressed at Manchester Cathedral, onlookers lined the streets, with the procession passing significant locations such as Hatton’s parents’ former pub and the iconic AO Arena.