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Tributes from the world of sport and beyond are flooding in for Ricky Hatton after his death aged 46.
The boxing legend was found dead at his Manchester home and his passing is not being treated as suspicious by police.
The tragic news has prompted an outpouring of emotion, with many offering their thoughts on Hatton, the much-loved Stockport fighter who became a world champion.
Amir Khan took to X to send a message about mental health and called Hatton 'one of Britain's greatest.
He wrote: 'Today we lost not only one of Britain’s greatest boxers, but a friend, a mentor, a warrior, Ricky Hatton. As fighters, we tell ourselves we’re strong — we train, we sweat, we take hits, we get up.
'But sometimes the hardest fight happens in silence, in the mind. Mental health isn’t weakness. It’s part of being human. And we must talk about it. We must reach out. We must lean on each other.
Boxing legend Ricky Hatton has died aged 46 and tributes flooded in for the Brit
'Ricky, thank you for everything. For your fights, your moments of glory, your grit. Thank you for pushing us, showing us what’s possible.
'To everyone reading this: if you’re hurting or struggling, you are not alone. Talk. Reach out. Because we need more light, more compassion, more understanding. Rest well, Ricky. You’ll always have your place in the ring of our memories.'
Piers Morgan reacted by writing: 'RIP Ricky ‘The Hitman’ Hatton, 46. Found dead at his home in Manchester, police say no suspicious circumstances. What incredibly sad news.'
Daily Mail Sport understands that friends were initially concerned last night, when Hatton failed to appear at an event featuring one of his boxers.
And news then broke on Sunday morning, with the boxing fraternity in particular shaken to the core.
Professional boxer and former Olympian Anthony Fowler said he 'felt sick' at hearing the tragic news.
Billy Joe Saunders also shared his thoughts, writing: 'RIP champ. Some great advice over the years I've taken from him, thoughts and prayers are with the family.'
Former UFC star, now boxer, Darren Till shared: 'Very sad to hear the news of Ricky Hatton not being with us anymore. One of the best to do it. Inspired a generation. Thoughts are with his family.'
Hatton is pictured with promoters Dennis Hobson (left) and Don King (right)
Beyond the boxing world, many stars of other sports weighed in with their own tributes.
James Wade, the world No 5 darts player, shared a number of pictures of himself with Hatton down the years.
He wrote: 'It is with great sadness to hear the news a dear friend has passed. Ricky Hatton is a great friends and legendary boxer! Our thoughts and love are with your family and friends during this difficult time.
'The world was a better place with you in it. A true legend has been lost. Rest in peace Ricky.'
After retiring from the ring, he had moved in to coaching but was due to return to the sport with a fight planned in December.
Hatton, who was awarded an MBE for services to sport in 2007, had often spoken of his struggles with mental health and drug addiction.
A huge Manchester City supporter, he was due to be at the Etihad Stadium for this afternoon’s derby with United, and had a table in a corporate hospitality area.
