CHRIS Eubank has paid tribute to his "loving son" who died from a heart attack after his family held a funeral for him in Dubai.

Professional boxer Sebastian Eubank, the third oldest of Eubank's five children, died in the United Arab Emirates city last week just days before his 30th birthday and a month after he became a father.

His widow Salma Abdelati said in a statement that a Dubai coroner had found evidence that the 29-year-old had a pre-existing heart condition that his family was unaware of.

Today, his father Chris Eubank, who lives in Hove, said he "left a legacy that his son will be proud of".

In a statement on behalf of the whole family, Eubank said: "We have said goodbye to a loving son, brother, father and devoted husband Sebastian Eubank.

"He was laid to rest in Dubai after dying from a heart attack on the beach he loved so much.

"We are overwhelmed and profoundly grateful for the love and support we continue to receive.

"We all take strength that Sebastian left a legacy that his son will be proud of.

''My family and I would like to thank the Dubai Police again for making the burial a swift and smooth process during such an unbearable day."

Figures from around the boxing world and beyond paid tribute following the 29-year-old’s death.

Sebastian, who boxed using the name Alka Lion, made his debut in February 2018 against Polish fighter Kamil Kulczyk.

He made his MMA debut last year.

Sebastian’s mother Karron Meadows said: “Our whole family is grieving at the huge loss of our son and brother, Sebastian.

"Please respect our grief and privacy while we try to comprehend our loss.”

His brother, Chris Eubank Jr, who is also a professional boxer, said on Twitter: “Rest easy little brother, I love you and you will be missed always.”

He leaves behind his wife Salma and newborn son Raheem.