A £20,000 JustGiving target for the family of boxer Mike Towell, who died on Friday from head injuries, has been reached in a matter of hours.
Towell died in hospital after suffering swelling to the brain during a bout in Glasgow on Thursday night.
The appeal, set up by former boxer Ricky Hatton on Saturday, will raise money for Towell's partner and young son.
A fundraising appeal for the family of boxer Mike Towell surpassed its £20,000 target in a matter of hours.
The JustGiving appeal, initiated by former professional fighter Ricky Hatton on Saturday, was set up to support Towell's partner and young son.
On the JustGiving page, Hatton wrote: "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".
By 10.30pm, the target had been passed.
Leading doctor Dr Otmar Kloiber said studies show boxing produces 'serious harm' including ruptures in the brain.
The 25-year-old was rushed to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital after being stretchered from the ring during a British title eliminator.