Thousands have paid tribute to Ricky Hatton at Manchester Cathedral as the funeral for the boxing legend takes place.

The crowd erupted into applause as his coffin, painted in sky blue — a tribute to his beloved Manchester City — was carried inside the cathedral by his family and loved ones.

Thousands have paid tribute to Ricky Hatton at Manchester Cathedral as the funeral for the boxing legend takes place.The crowd erupted into applause as his coffin, painted in sky blue — a tribute to his beloved Manchester City — was carried inside the cathedral by his family and loved ones.READ MORE...{ai:summary}<p>Thousands gathered at Manchester Cathedral for Ricky Hatton's funeral. The crowd applauded as his sky-blue coffin, a nod to Manchester City, was carried inside by his family and loved ones. #sports</p>

WATCH: Touching moment Manchester crowd erupts into applause in tribute to Ricky Hatton

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