🔗 Share this article Grief-stricken Isn't an Adequate Description - Hatton's Son Offers Heartfelt Homage Campbell Hatton stepped away from boxing in recent months The boxing legend's son Campbell expressed that heartbroken isn't the word as he delivered an emotional tribute to his parent. Former world champion Hatton passed away at his residence in Hyde on the weekend. Investigators stated there were not any unusual circumstances related to the middle-aged athlete's demise. In his earliest public comment since the incident, Campbell shared a set of pictures on Instagram on Tuesday and expressed: "Words can't describe this pain. "Everybody has always remarked I was your twin - never a honest word said. Looked up to you in all areas of life. "Can't explain how much I'm going to long for the good times we had and all the good times, which I will hold onto forever. Just can't accept we won't have any more. Love you, Dad." Professional Achievements The fighter secured 45 of his 48 professional fights during a 15-year boxing career, and was titleholder at 140-pound and welterweight divisions. He most recent match in the ring in 2012, though had hoped to return into the squared circle in October. Known as 'Hitman', he established himself as a widely admired fighter with personality inside and outside the ring - an reported 30,000 fans flew to watch his championship bout against the legendary Floyd Mayweather in Nevada in 2007. Campbell was also a pro fighter and won his first 14 pro matches. He ended his career earlier this year. Family Response Hatton's family issued a announcement on the following day in which they spoke of the wave of love and kindness towards him. "He had a heart as big as his smile, and his kindness, humour and loyalty reached everyone who was fortunate enough to know him," the statement read.