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Shaun Wilson

James Haskell splits from Big Brother model girlfriend days after going public following heated row

James Haskell is said to have split from Sara McLean - (ES composite)

Former rugby star James Haskell has reportedly split from his Big Brother model girlfriend Sara just days after their romance became public.

The pair were photographed holding hands during a recent outing, but sources claim Haskell “wasn't ready” to go public and was uneasy about the images, according to The Sun.

“They’d had a couple of drinks, got touchy-feely, and then got photographed holding hands, which James wasn’t thrilled about,” a source said.

The source also claimed other women linked to Haskell were not happy with the pictures emerging: “There have been a couple of other girls on the scene, so I don’t think they were best pleased. He wasn't ready."

Haskell, who previously dated mother-of-two Helen Barclay after splitting from his wife in October 2023, reportedly remains in contact with Sara. The insider suggested their romance may not be completely over, as the pair are "still chatting" and could reconcile.

Sara recently shared cryptic messages on social media after spending a day at the races, writing: “The energy of the year is: Love me well or leave me alone.”

Haskell split from wife Chloe Madeley last year, before dating mother-of-two Helen Barclay. He and Chloe ended their marriage in October 2023.

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