Strictly’s Nadiya Bychkova‘s flirty behaviour is causing drama backstage at the arena tour, according to a new report.
The professional dancer, 32, is growing close to fellow show star Kai Widdrington, claims The Sun, with their behaviour ‘raising eyebrows’ behind-the-scenes.
It was revealed by MailOnline this week that Nadiya has split from her fiancé Matija Škarabot, and has been seen without her engagement ring on in recent days.
Rumours: Strictly’s Nadiya Bychkova’s flirty behaviour is causing drama backstage at the arena tour, according to a new report
Kai was meant to be joined on tour by AJ Odudu, who he was paired with on the latest series and had reportedly been striking up a romance with at the same time, but she has a leg injury.
A source told the publication: ‘AJ and Kai got really close during the show and their chemistry was electric.
‘She’s obviously gutted not to be on the tour while her ankle heals and she is shocked that Kai has already seemingly moved on by comforting Nadiya.
‘Nadiya is incredibly flirty and it has certainly raised eyebrows.
Flirty: The professional dancer, 32, is growing close to fellow show star Kai Widdrington, claims The Sun, with their behaviour ‘raising eyebrows’ behind-the-scenes
‘AJ was also not happy when she then heard about Nadiya flirting with her own dance partner Dan Walker.’
A representative for Nadiya has been contacted by MailOnline for further comment.
The newspaper also claims that the pair enjoyed a dinner together in Birmingham during the tour earlier this week.
Couple? Kai was meant to be joined on tour by AJ Odudu, who he was paired with on the latest series, and had reportedly been striking up a romance with at the same time, but she has a leg injury
An onlooker claims they headed to a bar chatted for two hours before heading back to the hotel.
It comes after Newly-single Nadiya was pictured with her engagement ring back on again as she departed Birmingham‘s Malmaison Hotel in time for a Strictly Come Dancing Live show on Saturday.
It was only the previous night that the ballroom professional ditched her sparkling band following her split from her fiancé Matija.
She wowed onlookers while flashing her toned abs in a white crop top which she teamed up with chic black joggers and a coordinating blazer.
It’s over: It was revealed by MailOnline this week that Nadiya has split from her fiancé Matija Škarabot, and has been seen without her engagement ring on in recent days
The TV personality has been immersing herself in intense rehearsals for the tour this week, after her celebrity partner from last year’s series, Dan Walker, 44, became ‘pillar of strength and support’ after her break-up.
The dancer is single after ending her engagement to Slovenian footballer Matija, 33, as exclusively revealed by MailOnline last week.
On Wednesday it was revealed her partner on the 2021 series, BBC Breakfast host Dan, had been there for her during the split.
Close: The TV personality has been immersing herself in intense rehearsals for the tour this week, after her celebrity partner from last year’s series, Dan Walker, 44, became ‘pillar of strength and support’ after her break-up
Sources close to the stunning dancer revealed that she has been confiding in Dan after accepting the fact that her long-distance relationship with Matija was no longer working.
Dan has been married to wife Sarah for 21 years and the couple have three children.
One source told MailOnline: ‘Dan and Nadiya have such a great bond and he has been a pillar of strength and support for her following the breakup with Matija.
‘The bond between them started during Strictly, leaving the cast and crew surprised at how close they became. They were literally inseparable and got on so well and this has continued even now the series is over.’
Busy night: A host of Strictly stars were seen heading home after the latest tour stop on Saturday night, including Maisie Smith (pictured)
Casual: Maisie was joined by The Wanted’s Max George who wore a black tracksuit and glasses
Another source added: ‘Dan supported Nadiya with everything, including her breakup, which only made their partnership stronger.
‘He even grew close to her mother and daughter, who really enjoyed watching them dance together on Strictly.
‘Dan and Nadiya enjoy a deep and special bond, which has really helped her to get on with her new life following the split.’
Heading home: Tilly Ramsay also stepped out and toted a Louise Vuitton bag and wore fluffy slippers
Happy! Judge Shirley Ballas looked in great spirits as she headed back to her hotel in a casual ensemble
Together: Janette Manrara, Aljaž Škorjanec and Giovanni Pernice were also out and about on the night
All smiles: Amy Dowden and former judge Bruno Tonioli were also seen heading back from the arena tour
And Dan thanked fans for sending him photos of newly-single Nadiya ‘doing the lobster’ on the first night of the Strictly tour in Birmingham on Thursday.
Taking to Instagram on Friday, the presenter, who is not taking part in the UK tour due to his BBC Breakfast duties, shared a photo of the professional dancer doing their signature move from their jive to Rock Lobster in the series last year.
Sharing a photo of Nadiya pulling the claw move in stunning glittery dress, Dan wrote: ‘Thank you to everyone who has sent me the picture of @nadiyabychkova rocking the lobster on the #Strictly live tour.
‘Glad to see it’s still going strong #LobsterOnTour
‘Who is that behind your professional partner?’
In the comment section, one fan wrote: ‘Love Nadiya she has really really shined this series with you Dan. I am counting the days down until I see the show in Feb’, to which Dan replied: ‘I’m sure she would appreciate reading that Vicky. Enjoy the show.’