Nadiya Bychkova and Kai Widdrington share cosy moment after denying romance rumours

Strictly pro Nadiya Bychkova took to her Instagram Stories on Sunday to share a lovely message for her beloved co-star.The blonde beauty penned a heartfelt message in honour of her friend Aljaz Skorjanec, who celebrated his birthday at the weekend.SEE: Strictly's Nadiya Bychkova reacts to Kai Widdrington's sizzling modelling picture amid romance rumoursNadiya wrote: "Happy Birthday to this amazing man. A great friend I can always count on and a beautiful dancer I had a chance to share the dancefloor [with] so many times."The message was presented over a picture of the mum-of-one and Aljaz showing off their ballroom dance moves.WATCH: Strictly's Nadiya Bychkova transforms with glam makeover amid Kai Widdrington romance rumoursNadiya's thoughtful message comes just a few weeks after the start of rumours that the star's relationship with Strictly new boy Kai Widdrington was more than platonic.MORE: Strictly's Nadiya Bychkova reveals surprising new 'love'SEE: Bikini-clad Nadiya Bychkova hits the beach with Strictly co-stars amid romance rumoursThe pair were rumoured to be a couple from the start of the recent Strictly live tour, with photos of the dancers looking cosy during a tour stop in Sheffield seeming to add fuel to the flames.

Strictly Come Dancing live tour is over, Nadiya Bychkova is ready to party! Taking to her Instagram Stories on Wednesday, the professional dancer shared several posts from her time away from the Strictly gang.MORE: Nadiya Bychkova shows off stunning new look amid Kai Widdrington 'romance'One of the posts saw the 32-year-old stunner ooze heaps of glamour in a sleek black slip dress as she enjoyed a night out at Sushi Samba at London's Heron Tower.WATCH: Nadiya Bychkova transforms with glam makeover amid Kai Widdrington romance rumoursWith her blonde tresses swept up high and to one side of her face, Nadiya amped up her look with a bold red lip, lashings of black mascara and heavy eyeliner.READ: Nadiya Bychkova hints fans should not believe Kai Widdrington rumoursMORE: Strictly's Nadiya Bychkova reveals surprising new 'love'It is not known who Nadiya was dining with at the celebrity hotspot, but in recent weeks, the professional dancer has been seen getting cosy with fellow pro Kai Widdrington.Both parties are yet to address the status of their relationship despite dominating the headlines after pictures of the pair kissing were published. The Strictly star looked lovely on her night outJust last month, it was announced that Nadiya and her fiancé, Matija Škarabot, had decided to end their romance.The former couple, who share five-year-old daughter Mila together, are thought to have struggled with their commitments; Nadiya is very much focused on Strictly and is largely based in London while footballer Matija remains in Slovenia.

Kai Widdrington has refrained from posting on social media whilst he is busy taking part in the Strictly Come Dancing nationwide tour – but that changed on Friday when he decided to share a picture of his off-duty look.MORE: Strictly's Nadiya Bychkova shows off stunning new look amid Kai Widdrington 'romance'Taking to Instagram, the professional dancer turned model for a few minutes as he posed up a storm in his new leather jacket.WATCH: Dan Walker and Kai Widdrington bond at the golf course"Loving this @bodaskins leather jacket and T combo, Thank you guys for kitting me out #GIFTED," he captioned the pictures, which saw him leaning against a metal railing whilst looking handsome in an all-black look.READ: Strictly's Nadiya Bychkova reveals surprising new 'love'RELATED: The Strictly Come Dancing couples who survived the so-called curseHis Strictly tour colleagues were quick to react, with Max George calling him "Gorgeous" and Cameron Lombard simply sharing several fire emojis. Kai proudly showed off his new jacketMany others, such as Janette Manrara, Katya Jones and his rumoured flame Nadiya Bychkova, simply liked the post.While Kai has been rather silent on social media, he has been dominating the headlines after pictures of him appearing to kiss Nadiya were published.The couple have been photographed looking very cosy together on several other occasions - but are yet to comment on the nature of their relationship.

Strictly star Nadiya Bychkova might be at the centre of romance rumours at the moment – but she is focused on a brand new passion.MORE: The Strictly Come Dancing couples who survived the so-called curseTaking to Instagram Stories on Wednesday, 32-year-old Nadiya shared a series of snapshots showing her at her very first golf lesson!WATCH: Strictly's Nadiya Bychkova transforms with glam makeover amid romance rumoursDressed casually in black trousers, white trainers and a grey top, she certainly looked ready for action as she was put through her paces.READ: Nadiya Bychkova hints fans should not believe Kai Widdrington rumoursMORE: Nadiya Bychkova breaks silence after she and Kai Widdrington seen kissing"I LOVE GOLF!" Nadiya declared in her caption. "Today I had my first ever lesson with the amazing @benmasongolf at @igolfstudio in Sheffield.A post shared by Nadiya Bychkova (@nadiyabychkova)Nadiya has a newfound love of golf"Thank you partner @mrdanwalker for sorting it out.

Nadiya Bychkova certainly had a smile on her face again as she posed for giggly snaps with Strictly Come Dancing partner Dan Walker on Monday as they enjoyed a meal at an Indian restaurant. The professional dancer, 32, appeared to put her relationship woes behind her as she snuggled up to close friend Dan, 44, in the Instagram snaps, while Nadiya was seen to keep her distance from Kai in the group photo. Nadiya looked radiant as she beamed from ear to ear with her dance partner during the fun-filled meal at Dan's favourite Sheffield restaurant, Priti Raj.

Dan Walker was the perfect host for the Strictly Come Dancing cast on Monday as he took them out for dinner at his favourite Indian/Bangladeshi restaurant in Sheffield.MORE: Nadiya Bychkova reveals big family news after telling fans not to believe Kai Widdrington rumoursThe BBC presenter spent the day with his friends as their tour reached his home city, where they will perform on Tuesday and Wednesday.WATCH: Dan Walker and Kai Widdrington bond at the golf courseDuring the day, Dan, who was Nadiya Bychkova's partner on the last series, bonded with pro dancer Kai Widdrington, who is rumoured to be dating the dancer, over golf.READ: Bikini-clad Nadiya Bychkova hits the beach with Strictly co-stars amid romance rumoursRELATED: Nadiya Bychkova breaks silence after she and Kai Widdrington seen kissingThe pair posed for a selfie together on the course and later shared a fun video showing him cheering on Kai as he drained  "a big one on the 9th hole." Dan Walker posed with the Strictly cast after dining at his favourite restaurant"Great afternoon whacking a ball around @hallamshiregc with @kaiwidd," the 44-year-old wrote alongside their selfie.Later on, the duo joined most of the cast, including Janette Manrara, Katya Jones and Nadiya, at Prithiraj Restaurant, for a special night out alongside Dan's family."What a lovely treat to take some of the #Strictly family out for a curry with my family. We had a great night at @prithiraj_restaurant - where we took @nadiyabychkova during the series.

Strictly Come Dancing's Nadiya Bychkova is not staying silent amid reports that she and professional dancer Kai Widdrington are more than friends.MORE: Bikini-clad Nadiya Bychkova hits the beach with Strictly co-stars amid romance rumoursThe pair were pictured kissing last week, but Nadiya has since urged fans not to believe everything they read or see.WATCH: Strictly's Nadiya Bychkova transforms with glam makeover Taking to Instagram, the 32-year-old dancer told her fans over the weekend: "Don't believe everything that is reported in the papers, or what you see." Nadiya has revealed her daughter Mila will join her in the UK very soonShe added: "I love to dance and that's what I'm here to do. The warmth and kindness I feel from the audience every night makes it worth it.

The Sun shared photographs of Strictly dancers Nadiya Bychkova and Kai Widdrington sharing a kiss, confirming rumours about a romance between the pair.READ: Strictly body envy! How the professionals get their incredible bodiesThe pair has remained relatively silent on their social media feeds since the snaps were posted, but now Nadiya has shared a post on her Instagram. Ignoring what happened, Nadiya shared a photo from the Strictly Live Tour where she was bent over backwards with professional dancers Johannes Radebe, who is close friends with Kai, and Jake Leigh supported her.WATCH: Nadiya Bychkova transforms with glam makeoverShe made no reference to the photos shared in her caption either, as she simply wrote: "Are you ready Manchester? Let's do this @strictlycomedancinglive," alongside a sparkle and dancing emoji.MORE: Bikini-clad Nadiya Bychkova hits the beach with Strictly co-stars amid romance rumoursWOW: Strictly's Nadiya Bychkova transforms with glam makeover amid new romance rumoursThe star also shared some posts on her Instagram Stories from make-up artist Summer Dyason, which saw the pro dancer posing and laughing in a sparkling singlet.

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 professionals Nadiya Bychkova and Kai Widdrington have appeared to confirm their romance rumours as they shared a kiss in a hotel bar. The BBC One dancers, who have reportedly been dating for months, looked very loved-up as they appeared to share a smooch in the bar at the four-star Malmaison Newcastle on Thursday 27 January. Nadiya, 32, and Kai, 26, looked very cosy as they sat on a sofa in the hotel and packed on the PDA, in pictures obtained by The Sun.

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.