Strictly pro Nadiya Bychkova returns to stage for first time since splitting from footballer fiance

Nadiya Bychkova and Kai Widdrington have appeared to confirm their romance as they've been spotted kissing in a hotel bar on Thursday. The Strictly Come Dancing professionals have been at the centre of romance rumours for weeks as they've reported to have grown close in the wake of Nadiya's split from fiancé Matija Škarabot. In pictures obtained by The Sun, the couple could be seen locking lips in what appeared to be the lobby of Newcastle's Malmaison hotel.

Strictly Come Dancing stars Kai Widdrington and Nadiya Bychkova after the pair were spotted sharing a kiss.SEE: Bikini-clad Nadiya Bychkova hits the beach with Strictly co-stars amid romance rumoursIn photographs obtained by The Sun, the duo were seen kissing each other at a bar in the Malmaison Newcastle, as the Live Tour stopped over in the city. Nadiya looked beautiful in a turquoise overcoat, and had a cap to mask her blonde hair, while Kai wore a green hoodie, with a black beanie and also had a backpack over his shoulders.WATCH: Nadiya Bychkova transforms with glam makeoverThe photos of the kiss come shortly after some of the cast headed to the beach and running towards the freezing cold waters earlier in the week, and the two were seen close together.WOW: Strictly's Rose Ayling-Ellis celebrates momentous achievementREAD: Rose Ayling-Ellis holds 'deep affection' for Giovanni Pernice - expert discusses relationshipThey also come after Kai and Nadiya had denied being a couple, but rumours had been sparked after the pair had been spotted together outside of rehearsal time.Nadiya has recently become single after the Ukrainian-born dancer split from her fiancé, Matija Škarabot as they struggled to maintain their long-distance relationship.In recent weeks, Nadiya stopped wearing her engagement ring and is no longer being followed by Matija on Instagram.

Nadiya Bychkova and Kai Widdrington made the headlines this week as the pair have reportedly been "dating for months", with it now being confirmed that they will both be a part of the Strictly Come Dancing's Professionals UK tour. Professional dancers Nadiya, 32, and Kai, 26, will be joined by co-stars Dianne Buswell, Graziano Di Prima, Karen Hauer, Neil Jones, Cameron Lombard, Gorka Marquez and Luba Mushtuk. Strictly's creative director Gavin Gilkison said of the tour: "We are delighted to announce this incredible line-up of Strictly dancers for this year's official Strictly Professionals tour.

Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer Nadiya Bychkova looked stunning as she showed off her svelte dancer’s figure in a bikini for a spot of wild swimming at Tynemouth beach in Newcastle. Slovenian star Nadiya, 32, was joined by Strictly’s 2021 celebrities Sara Davies, Rhys Stephenson, and Tilly Ramsay, and professional dancers Neil Jones, Nikita Kuzmin and Kai Widdrington for the trip.

Strictly Come Dancing stars braved the winter chill to take a trip to the beach on Thursday ahead of the next leg of their live arena tour. RELATED: Strictly's Nadiya Bychkova stuns with glam makeoverProfessional dancer Nadiya Bychkova donned a bikini as she enjoyed a dip in the sea alongside Tilly Ramsay, Rhys Stephenson and some of the other Strictly pros, as seen in photos posted by Dragons Den star Sara Davies on Instagram.WATCH: Nadiya Bychkova transforms with glam makeoverSara shared a selection of photos from their day out with her fans, writing: "The ‘before, during and after’ shots! Took some of the gang to Tynemouth beach this morning for a dip in the sea……was bloody freezing but absolutely incredible! So invigorating!" The Strictly stars hit the beach in Tynemouth on ThursdayThe businesswoman also revealed on Instagram Stories that she had been the one to convince her co-stars into the icy dip. "So you're not going to believe what I've managed to talk the guys into," she said.

STRICTLY star Nadiya Bychkova looked sensational as she stripped to her bikini and joined her co-stars for a swim in the sea. The professional dancer, who has reportedly split from her footballer fiancé Matija Škarabot, braved the cold weather in a silver two-piece swimsuit.

Nadiya Bychkova is currently hard at work on the Strictly Come Dancing tour, and now she has given a glimpse at the behind-the-scenes preparations.MORE: The Strictly Come Dancing couples who survived the so-called curseThe 32-year-old took to Instagram on Wednesday evening ahead of a show in Leeds to share a glamorous before-and-after makeover video.A post shared by Nadiya Bychkova (@nadiyabychkova)WATCH: Strictly's Nadiya Bychkova transforms with glam makeover amid new romance rumoursThe clip sees makeup-free Nadiya with a crimped hair left loose around her shoulders and wearing a fluffy red jumper before she covers the screen with a powder brush.READ: Strictly's Nadiya Bychkova posts rare tribute to partner MatijaMORE: Strictly's Nadiya Bychkova treated to the ultimate surprise by her fiancéAs the screen clears, Nadiya can be seen ready to hit the stage, with perfect makeup and dressed in a sparkly silver number. "Strawberries and something more… See you soon Leeds…," she captined the post.

Nadiya Bychkova and her rumoured love interest Kai Widdrington were spotted out in Leeds City Centre ahead of Wednesday evening's live tour. Their joint appearance comes amid swirling rumours that Nadiya, 32, and her co-star Kai, 26, are 'very much together' following her split from fiancé Matija Škarabot.  Nadiya couldn't hide her delight while stepping out with Kai, as she flashed a broad grin during her outing with the hunky pro dancer, who joined the show during the most recent series.

Strictly Come Dancing star Kai Widdrington has returned to Instagram for the first time since romance rumours have fuelled surrounding himself and fellow professional dancer Nadiya Bychkova.The 26 year old posed in a photo posted on Wednesday, 26 January, with ex contestant on the BBC show, Eastenders star Maisie Smith, as the pair were captured dressed in their finest Strictly ensembles ahead their live show in Leeds. Strictly is currently in the middle of a tour across the country involving contestants and professional dancers from the latest series in the line-up, with the exception of 2020 runner-up Maisie, who has replaced last year’s contestant AJ Odudu following her injury.

STRICTLY star Nadiya Bychkova was spotted without her engagement ring as she headed back to a hotel with Kai Widdrington. Nadiya, 32, and Kai, 25, were all smiles after the latest show in the Strictly Come Dancing tour.

Strictly Come Dancing co-stars Nadiya Bychkova and Kai Widdrington have reportedly been dating for months. Rumours around the pair first started in mid-January following the news that Nadiya had reportedly split from her fiancé Matija Škarabot, who is the father of her five year old daughter Mila, several months ago.The reported romance comes just weeks after Kai, 26, and his Strictly partner AJ Odudu had a steamy chemistry that led to speculation that they were more than friends during the series. With the dancer clearly turning some heads, here's a look at Kai's dating history...

Kai Widdrington has been the subject of many romance rumours over the past months. During the latest season of Strictly Come Dancing, it was suggested that the professional dancer and his partner, AJ Odudu, were more than friends and now many are convinced he and Nadiya Bychkova have been together for a few months.MORE: Strictly's AJ Odudu reacts to Kai Widdrington's first picture with Maisie Smith ahead of tourSince Nadiya's split from her fiancé Matija Škarabot was announced and the two dancers were linked, Kai remained silent on his Instagram feed - until Tuesday.WATCH: Giovanni Pernice and Kai Widdrington return to London in a private jetThis week, after five days of not posting onto his social media profile, the dancer shared an image of himself taken during Strictly Come Dancing's worldwide Tour Arena in Leeds, alongside his partner Maisie Smith.READ: Strictly star Nadiya Bychkova splits from fiancé Matija after long-distance relationship RELATED: Shirley Ballas breaks silence over Strictly tour romance rumours"Leeds we're here and ready to go @maisiesmithofficial @strictlycomedancinglive," he simply wrote, celebrating their first night in the new city and ignoring all romance rumours.

Giovanni Pernice and dance partner Rose Ayling-Ellis looked closer than ever after dancing for the Strictly Come Dancing tour - sparking new romance rumours.

Strictly Come Dancing's Shirley Ballas has hinted at secret romances on the show’s live tour, amid rumours of a flirtation between Kai Widdrington and Nadiya Bychkova. Some of the biggest Strictly stars from the latest series are taking part on the Strictly Live UK tour, including series winner Rose Ayling-Ellis and Giovanni Pernice, as well as runner ups John Whaite and Johannes Radebe. AJ Odudu, who had to pull out of the tour due to injury, is being replaced by EastEnders’ Maisie Smith, to dance with AJ’s dance partner Kai.

Strictly Come Dancing star Nadiya Bychkova calls a very cosy house home.The gorgeous 32 year old, who was recently rumoured to be dating co-star Kai Widdrington, has an adorable five year old daughter who she shares with ex fiancé Matija Škarabot.The star shares the occasional peek inside her gorgeous home on social media – and it looks super cosy! Posing on her bed amid chic scatter cushions, Nadiya enjoyed a coffee and captioned the snap: "Coffee is the answer ..I don’t remember the question." Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter. You can sign up at the top of the page.

SHIRLEY Ballas panicked today when Lorraine Kelly quizzed her on a secret Strictly romance. The Sun revealed beauty Nadiya Bychkova, 32, had become the latest victim of the show's love curse, having secretly split from her Slovenian footballer fiancé Matija Skarabot, 33. Shirley flapped her arms and insisted she hadn't a clue what was going on behind the scenes, after it emerged Nadiya and Kai Widdrington were an item.

Strictly Come Dancing co-stars Nadiya Bychkova and Kai Widdrington have reportedly been dating for months. Rumours around the pair first started in mid-January following the news that Nadiya had reportedly split from her fiancé Matija Škarabot, who is the father of her five year old daughter Mila, several months ago. Now, The Sun Online has obtained photos of Nadiya, 32, and Kai, 26, looking close as they checked into a hotel together during the Strictly Live Tour.

STRICTLY Come Dancing stars Nadiya Bychkova and Kai Widdrington have been dating for months. In pictures exclusively obtained by The Sun, the Ukrainian looked super-cosy with her Brit lover as they checked into a hotel together during the dance show’s annual tour.

Strictly Come Dancing star Nikita Kuzmin has been flooded with praise as he turned his isolation into a fundraiser.

Strictly Come Dancing pro Nadiya Bychkova is reportedly raising some eyebrows with her flirty behaviour on the BBC show's tour. In the wake of her split from footballer Matija Škarabot, the 32 year old is said to be hitting on Kai Widdrington, who was the dance partner of finalist AJ Ododu during the last season of the series.Television presenter AJ was "gutted" after pulling out of the tour due to a foot injury last month following weeks of reports that she was romantically involved with Kai. But it has now been reported that the AJ is "shocked" to learn that 26 year old Kai is "moving on" with Nadiya.

STRICTLY Come Dancing has been rocked by a series of bust-ups over Nadiya Bychkova’s love life, The Sun on Sunday can reveal. Ahead of the nationwide show tour, Nadiya is said to have been the centre of “flirty” behaviour backstage.

STRICTLY'S Dan Walker has sent pro dancer Nadiya Bychkova a sweet message after he skipped the live tour. Nadiya, 32, kicked off the tour at Birmingham’s Utilita Arena, but her celebrity partner from the last series is not on the road with her.

Tilly Ramsay was photographed leaving the first live show of the 2022 Strictly Come Dancing tour with dancer Nadiya Bychkova on Thursday night, after her professional partner Nikita Kuzminwas forced to miss out.The 24 year old announced earlier that day that he had tested positive for Covid-19 and therefore could not participate in the show. "So sad to be missing a portion of the Strictly Live Tour, but unfortunately I tested Positive for Covid-19," Nikita posted on Instagram.

Rose Ayling-Ellis has been flooded with comments as she shared an update from the Strictly Come Dancing live tour.

Janette Manrara and Aljaz Skorjanec have once again shown off their sizzling chemistry on the Strictly Come Dancing dancefloor.MORE: Janette Manrara stuns with glamorous makeover ahead of Strictly tourTaking part in the tour's photocall on Thursday, the professional dancers locked lips as they posed for glamorous photos with fellow pros.WATCH: Janette Manrara shows off glam makeoverThe couple, who have been married since 2017, recently set the internet alight when they performed a spell-binding routine to Ed Sheeran's Bad Habits during the Strictly final.It's been a busy few months for the stars as they continue to adjust to Janette's new hosting role. The pro dancer joined Strictly back in 2013 and starred in eight series before announcing last year that she would be leaving the show.MORE: Dan Walker treated to ultimate surprise by newly-single Nadiya Bychkova during Strictly tourREAD: Giovanni Pernice says the sweetest thing about dancing with Rose Ayling-Ellis againJanette, 38, has instead turned her hand to presenting, taking over from Zoe Ball as the host of It Takes Two and now, as the new presenter of the tour.

Dan Walker may have opted against taking part on the Strictly Come Dancing tour, but he wasn't far from dance partner Nadiya Bychkova's mind. During a performance on the launch night, the professional dancer mimicked some of their lobster dance moves from their Jive.MORE: Strictly's Nadiya Bychkova throws herself into tour rehearsals after split from fiancéTaking to his Instagram Stories on Thursday, the BBC Breakfast host took part in an impromptu Q&A session and was asked which of his dances he would have recreated had he been on the tour.WATCH: Dan Walker leaves fans in hysterics with his singing during Strictly performance"I know @nadiyabychkova wanted to do the Charleston," he replied.

Strictly Come Dancing pro Nadiya Bychkova has made headlines this week with news of a split from her longterm partner Matija. Now, giving truth to the phrase “a girl who changes her hair is about to change her life”, the blonde beauty has unveiled a new full fringe.