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The applause began before Ricky Hatton’s funeral cortege even turned out of his street.

On a grey Manchester day, thousands turned out to pay tribute to the pride of Hyde, who sadly passed away at his home last month at the age of 46.

The former world champion's cortege made its way from his hometown for a service at Manchester Cathedral today (October 10), passing the pubs, gyms and landmarks that shaped his life and career.

Hundreds gathered for the start of the procession outside his former local, the Cheshire Cheese, around the corner from his home. READ MORE : Ricky Hatton's funeral procession in pictures as hundreds gather to pay their respects

Leading the procession was a flat-bed truck carrying his beloved bright yellow Reliant Regal which starred as the Trott

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