One by one, Ricky Hatton’s three bereft and bewildered children filed to the lectern to deliver eulogies they had never imagined writing. Fearne, his youngest at 12, could not comprehend why her father was no longer around to play mini-golf or take her bowling.

Manchester was united in blue as it paid tribute to one of its favourite sons, in a stirring farewell that proved Hatton was treasured more as a person than as a boxer

Ricky Hatton was laid to rest today, nearly a month after he was found dead at his home in Greater Manchester, with his manager Paul Speak among the mourners

The beginning of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas and the funeral of boxer Ricky Hatton lead Saturday's papers.

Dave Allen has revealed the incredible gesture that Ricky Hatton once made for him - a moment that showed the influence that Hatton had on many boxers. Hatton's funeral took place at midday on Friday, with friends, family and fans gathering to pay their respects to one of Britain's most loved sportsmen.

Mike Summerbee, Paul Lake and Andy Morrison were among the thousands at Manchester Cathedral – and across the city - to pay their respects to boxing legend and huge City fan Ricky Hatton.The

Former boxing world champion Ricky Hatton's funeral has been held at Manchester Cathedral. It was attended by famous faces like Liam Gallagher, Wayne Rooney and Tyson Fury. Thousands lined the city's streets to say goodbye.

Hatton was found dead at his home in Greater Manchester by his friend and manager, Paul Speak, on September 14. The 46-year-old had been training former a comeback bout against Eisa Al Dah in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, in December. Hatton’s ill-timed passing shocked all those associated with him, including his family.