Hatton beats proud and pensive Pacquiao - at darts

By Gareth A. Davies

Predictably, Ricky Hatton won the first round against Manny Pacquiao less than an hour ago, defeating the Filipino in a game of 501, darts that is, at his local pub.

The Rovers Return, the fictional public house on the long-running soap opera Coronation Street had been organised as the venue, but inexpicably it changed at the last moment. Hatton gained home advantage, winning in 15 darts, finishing with a double 2. read more