Campbell Hatton, son of the late boxing legend Ricky Hatton, has spoken publicly for the first time since his father's death, paying an emotional tribute. The former world welterweight champion was found dead at his home in Hyde, Greater Manchester, on Sunday morning at the age of 46. Greater Manchester Police confirmed there were no suspicious circumstances.
In a social media post accompanied by a series of family photos, Campbell wrote: “Heartbroken isn’t the word. Everybody has always said I was your double – never a truer word said. Looked up to you in every aspect of life.” He added: “Can’t explain how much I’m going to miss the laughs we had and all the good times, which I will remember forever. Just can’t believe we won’t have any more. Love you, Dad.”
Campbell, like his father, pursued a career in boxing, making his professional debut in 2021 before retiring from the sport earlier this year. Tributes have poured in from across the sporting world following Hatton’s death.
On Monday, Hatton’s family issued a statement via police, saying they were “deeply moved” by the outpouring of love and support. “Richard was so much more than a world champion. To us he was simply ‘Richard’, our son. A loving father, grandfather and brother, and a true friend to many,” the statement read. “He had a heart as big as his smile, and his kindness, humour and loyalty touched everyone who was lucky enough to know him.”
