Things were reportedly awkward between Strictly Come Dancing stars and former flames Kai Widdrington and Nadiya Bychkova at this year’s National Television Awards.
The professional dancers on the hit BBC contest were in a relationship for two years before deciding to go their separate ways in July.
It seems that relations between Widdrington and Bychkova remain frosty as great lengths are said to have been taken to keep them apart at the ceremony on Wednesday at the London O2.
One onlooker told Daily Mail: "When the pair got inside the O2 they gave each other a very wide berth. Organisers had ensured there would be no awkward camera shots by keeping the frosty pair apart from each other."
Their avoidance of each other is said to have continued after Strictly won an award. When it came to collecting their gong, Widdrington was seen standing behind presenters Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman, but Nadiya was "nowhere to be seen".
"If this is what they are like at an awards bash, imagine what things are like in the rehearsal room," the source added.
The Standard has contacted a representative for Strictly for comment.
They will have to get used to seeing one another more often as Strictly is set to return for its 20th series this year.
Bychkova might be able to heave a sigh of relief however, as Widdrington won't have a large role on the BBC dance show this year. He will only be involved in group dances and won't be paired with a celebrity.
Speaking of his disappointment, he previously said: "It is one of those things where some people don't get partners and that is the way it is. I'm going to be there supporting my colleagues."
He added that he will be able to take part in guest acts and appearances.
