Ricky Hatton's son made a touching statement on his father's birthday.

According to The Sun: The son of boxing legend Ricky Hatton shared a touching message on the occasion of his father's 47th birthday.

Former world champion Hatton passed away last month at his home in Manchester.

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The funeral will take place this Friday at Manchester Cathedral, where fans are invited to pay tribute to the outstanding boxer.

However, ahead of the ceremony, the family of the boxing icon is reminiscing about him on this emotional day.

Son's Words

Today could have been his 47th birthday.

24-year-old Campbell Hatton, Ricky's son, shared a touching message on social media in honor of this day.

“Happy birthday, wish we was spending it together.”

Campbell was very close to his father and decided to follow in his footsteps by becoming a professional boxer but ended his career in July.

The young boxer recently opened up about the tragic loss of Hatton, noting that it was a complete shock to the entire family.

“We are absolutely heartbroken… it was so unexpected.”

“We had so many plans coming up, so it has knocked us for six, but obviously we are trying to be there for each other.”

Invitation to Fans for the Funeral

When asked if he would like many people to attend the funeral, Campbell replied:

“That’s exactly what he would have wanted. He sees his biggest achievement as his fanbase, and that’s what he was most proud of.”

“So what he’d want would be the streets to be full of people…because everything he did, he did for his fans.”

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The loss of Ricky Hatton left a deep mark in the hearts of relatives and fans. His son Campbell confirms that his father was very loved and respected, both in the family and beyond the ring. Today, fans will be able to gather to honor the memory of the outstanding boxer who became a true icon of the sport.

Hatton left behind not only sports achievements but also numerous fans who loved him for his sincerity and dedication. This day will serve as a reminder of his great achievements and the legacy he left behind.