"The Manchester-born fighter became one of Britain's most celebrated boxers, winning world titles at light-welterweight and welterweight. During a 15-year professional career, he secured 45 wins from 48 bouts before retiring in 2012. Hatton's death prompted an outpouring of tributes from the sporting world. Former England and Manchester United midfielder David Beckham posted on Instagram: Ricky was one of a kind. Just heartbreaking."
"Heavyweight champion Tyson Fury wrote: RIP to the legend Ricky Hatton. There will only ever be one Ricky Hatton. Can't believe this so young. Football figures also paid respect to the lifelong Manchester City supporter. Before City's Premier League match against Manchester United on Sunday, the Etihad Stadium held a minute's applause, with fans chanting his name. City manager Pep"
Ricky Hatton was found dead at his home in Hyde, near Manchester, at age 46; police said there were not believed to be any suspicious circumstances. The Manchester-born fighter won world titles at light-welterweight and welterweight, compiling 45 wins from 48 professional bouts before retiring in 2012. His death prompted tributes from across sport, including messages from David Beckham and Tyson Fury, and a minute's applause at Manchester City's stadium. Pep Guardiola called him a true champion and part of the Man City family. Hatton recorded notable wins over Kostya Tszyu and Jose Luis Castillo, and later remained involved in boxing, attempting a 2012 comeback and fighting an exhibition in 2022.
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