Ricky Hatton's Funeral Procession Route Unveiled for October 10 Memorial
Ricky Hatton's Funeral Procession Route Unveiled for October 10 Memorial

Ricky Hatton's Funeral Procession Route Unveiled for October 10 Memorial

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Ricky Hatton, the beloved former world welterweight boxing champion, passed away at age 46 and will be honored with a funeral procession on October 10, starting in Hyde and ending at Manchester Cathedral, followed by a memorial service and a final procession to the Etihad Stadium, home of his favorite football team, Manchester City. The route, shared by his family, passes significant locations such as the Cheshire Cheese pub, Harehill Tavern, The New Inn (where doves will be released), Hatton's Gym, Hyde Town Hall, Betta Bodies gym, and the AO Arena, giving fans the opportunity to pay their respects along the way. Entry to the memorial service at Manchester Cathedral is by invitation only, but the public is encouraged to line the procession route. Ricky Hatton was known not only for his boxing achievements, including titles at super-lightweight and welterweight and fights against Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao, but also for his openness about mental health struggles and his strong ties to the Manchester community. Tributes have poured in from the boxing world and fans alike, reflecting the deep impact he had both inside and outside the ring. His gym, opened by Muhammad Ali in 2009, served as a community hub where hundreds gathered to honor his memory shortly after his death.

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