Yesterday the news that Mike Towell had died following a boxing match shocked the country.
Known as Iron Mike Towell, the 25-year-old was carried out the ring on a stretcher after he lost to Dale Evans at a match in Glasgow on Thursday. He was rushed to hospital but medics were unable to save him.
Now, boxing legend Ricky Hatton has set up a JustGiving page for the tragic boxer's partner Chloe Ross and their little boy Rocco.
Originally Ricky set a goal of £20,000, which has already been smashed in just over 24 hours.
On the page Ricky writes: "Mike Towell lost his life doing either what he loved or looking after his family - or both. A young boy and partner are left behind... let's make sure they are looked after. Give what you can. Let's see if we can smash the £20,000."
Chloe, his heartbroken partner, has spoken out about the family's loss. She said: "It has been the longest 24 hours of our lives. My baby has lost his daddy. But he will be so so proud of his dad in what he achieved.
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"Once he was taken off of his life support he managed 12 hours, 12 whole rounds off his life support. He fought right to the end and he's done us all so proud... He left doing the thing he's best at... there's only one."
At the time of writing this, the page had raised £24,620 from over 1000 donations.
Hats off to Ricky for this.
You can donate here.
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