James Argent's ex sparks romance rumours with Italian tennis star two months after Towie star dodged jail for assault
COURT-ING? James Argent's ex sparks romance rumours with Italian tennis star two months after Towie star dodged jail for assault
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JAMES Argent's ex Nicoline Artursson has sparked rumours she's moved on with Italian tennis player Lucianco Darderi.
It comes just weeks after Nicoline finally spoke out about the domestic abuse she suffered at the hands of James, 37, last month.
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James Argent ex Nicoline Artursson looked cosy with tennis player Lucianco Darderi
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The Swedish model flashed a big smile alongside the Italian athlete
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Luciano recently played at Wimbledon
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Nicoline spoke out publicly in a statement after the Towie star's assault
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The Swedish model, 32, was injured after being pushed down steps outside the home they shared in Spain.
The former Towie star was arrested and spent several hours in police cells before admitting a charge of domestic violence in court.
Now, Nicoline has hinted that she may be romantically linked to sport star Lucianco, 23, following his match at the Nordea Open.
The blonde beauty posed alongside the tennis star with her head tilted close to his and her hand placed on his stomach.
She captioned the sweet photo: "Proud of you champ," along with the song Baby I Love Your Way by Big Mountain in the background.
Nicoline flashed a big smile as she cosied up to the Argentine-born athlete.
She looked incredible in a black and white gingham crop top and matching shorts with a pair of Gucci sliders and handbang.
The pair then looked close in a selfie shared to her social media.
She added the track Sweet Little Mystery by Wet Wet Wet and wrote: "Today we go again VAMOS!"
The pair seem to have developed a friendship, following and liking each other's recent snaps on Instagram.
James Argent parties with Towie pals at Tommy and Georgia's Majorca wedding after ex Nicoline broke her silence on his attack
It comes after Nicoline claimed Arg's former Towie star Lydia Bright - who dated Arg on/off between 2007 to 2016 - was an unwelcome, interfering presence during their year together.
Nicoline said: "I felt there were too many people in our relationship: me, my boyfriend and his ex. 'Three's a crowd', they say.
'I asked so many times if we could be just the two of us, but the answer was a strong NO.
'I experienced what I can only describe as targeted emotional distress which he allowed to continue.'
Nicoline continued: 'After being together for one year my boyfriend finally promised me that he would have boundaries.
'He would put a stop to all that had been going on for months.
'But he didn't. Instead he broke the promise and her controlling behaviour continued. The rest is history.'
Last month, Nicoline posted about "life taking you to rock bottom".
She penned: "Partner with the right power! Meaning - Surround yourself with ONLY people who shares the motto of wanting to be their best extraordinary self with you and others."
She added: "In the midst of a setback there is a comeback laying ahead of you.
"I'm so blessed and privileged to be learning from our dear family friend Tim Storey."
Nicoline went on: "I thank each and every one of you for all your supportive kindness & love you've been showing me - It means more than you'll ever know! I appreciate you all so much.
"Going through hardships, your focus will be put to a test. Where you re-direct your mindset will be crucial."
James Argent was handed a six month suspended sentence and a two-year restraining order banning him from contacting Nicoline.
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