Boxing World Mourns Ricky Hatton: Wayne Rooney Leads Tributes After Champion’s Sudden Death at 46
Boxing World Mourns Ricky Hatton: Wayne Rooney Leads Tributes After Champion’s Sudden Death at 46
The boxing community and fans worldwide are in mourning following the sudden death of former world champion Ricky Hatton at the age of 46. Hatton, affectionately known as ‘The Hitman,’ was found dead at his Manchester home on Sunday, prompting an outpouring of tributes from across the sporting world.
Former Manchester United and England football star Wayne Rooney has led the emotional messages, expressing his devastation on ‘The Wayne Rooney Show.’ Rooney, who famously carried Hatton’s belts into the ring for his 2007 Las Vegas bout against Jose Luis Castillo, shared his profound sadness.
“Ricky was such a good lad and a good person,” Rooney stated, emphasizing how Hatton “captured the nation” with his immense popularity and global following. “I want to pay my condolences to his family and everyone who is really close to him. It is way too soon,” he added, reflecting the sentiment of many who admired the beloved boxing legend.
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