Strictly professional Nadiya Bychkova has been supported by her good friend and fellow dancer Kai Widdrington in the wake of the split from her fiance, it has been reported.
Earlier today, it was reported that Nadiya, 32, had split from her Slovenian footballer fiancé Matija Škarabot.
It is believed that she broke up with Matija a few months ago, during which she confided in Dan about the break-up.
A source has also suggested that Nadiya has since formed a "very strong" friendship with Kai, 26, and that he has been "a rock" for her.
An insider told The Sun: "Nadiya and Kai have incredible chemistry, and a very strong friendship.
“Right from week one they connected, and are always laughing and messing about."
The source continued to suggest that Nadiya and her fiance split months ago and that she spoke to both Dan and Kat about it throughout the series.
The insider added: "He has cheered her up and made her smile again. They’re great mates, and lots of people backstage think they’d make a really cute couple when the time is right."
They also confirmed that she will continue to be a loving co-parent her daughter Mila with Matija.
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A source previously told the MailOnline: "Matija is dedicated to his footballing career in Slovenia and Nadiya is predominantly based in London.
"Performing on Strictly and the Strictly Live Tour takes up half her year, in the end the commitment to their jobs made it too difficult for the relationship to work."
BBC Breakfast star Dan and Nadiya became great pals when dancing on Strictly and she said that he made her 'feel safe' and 'to be herself for the first time.'
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After the pair crashed out, Nadiya was full of praise for her dance partner as she reflected on their time on the show.
Nadiya was nearly in tears as she thanked BBC Breakfast host Dan for giving her the confidence and allowing her to be authentically herself.
Speaking on Strictly: It Takes Two, Nadiya said: "It was very special to me. I loved teaching him, but at the same time, I learned so much from him. You gave me the confidence in front of the camera.
"You managed to create that environment for me where I felt safe, and I felt free to be myself for the first time."
She added: "Your friendship gave me wings to fly again."