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Ricky Hatton packed for Dubai before death
20 Mar
Summary
- Ricky Hatton's son stated his father's death was not pre-meditated.
- The boxing legend had packed for a trip to Dubai before his passing.
- Hatton had reportedly been struggling with mental health and addiction.
The inquest into the death of boxing legend Ricky Hatton heard from his son, Campbell Hatton, who believes his father's passing was not pre-meditated. Campbell Hatton revealed that his father had packed his bags in anticipation of a flight he was due to take to Dubai the day after his death. This trip was intended to finalize arrangements for a comeback fight.
Hatton, 46, died at his Greater Manchester home on September 14, 2024. His son described him as a generous and well-loved individual, but acknowledged that Hatton experienced mental health battles and issues with alcohol and cocaine after retiring from boxing. Family members had noted a significant decline in his short-term memory over the preceding two years.
Despite past struggles, friends indicated Hatton was in a better place shortly before his death. His final Instagram post showed him exercising, and he had recently filmed a video for a child who was being bullied. The inquest continues to piece together the circumstances surrounding his final days.
