LOVE Island star Adam Collard struggled to keep his new romance with Laura Woods secret after gushing to pals: "I'm smitten".
The reality TV hunk, 27, was proud to reveal he'd scored his dream girl – and says they're "really happy" together.
Those close to Adam say he "couldn't wait" to show off his new relationship with the stunning sports presenter, who's nine years his senior.
An insider told The Sun: "Adam and Laura agreed to keep things private between themselves when they started dating.
"They didn't want the attention to ruin something that appeared to feel so natural and 'right'.
"Adam couldn't wait to show off Laura to his friends. He'd only told those closest to him that there was something going on.
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"Then as things started to progress, they didn't feel the need to hide what's going on.
"They're absolutely smitten with one another.
"Adam couldn't help but post a picture of Laura on his social media.
"Now he's being bombarded with messages about how well he's done to pull her. She's his dream girl – and I'm sure many others would say the same."
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TNT sports host Laura had already teased their blossoming romance online after a weekend away together in Cornwall.
She shared a snap of the side of Adam's head, writing: "Great company recommended too."
Then yesterday she shared VERY intimate pics of Adam – but swiftly deleted them from her Instagram.
Some of the saucy snaps included the hot couple kissing and shirtless Adam in his boxers.
It's unknown whether Laura uploaded the personal snaps in error – or got cold feet about going public with her new Love Island boyfriend.
Arsenal supporter Laura had earlier met up with Adam after hosting the TNT Sports' Champions League match in Newcastle.
The Toon thumped the French champions 4-1 at St James' Park to mark their first home Champions League game in 20 years, thrilling Newcastle fan Adam.
In July, Laura revealed she was dating again following the end of her eight-year relationship with England rugby player Alex Corbisiero.
She said of the split: “It was my decision — it was the right one and I’ve never regretted it."
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Lothario Adam first appeared on ITV2 show Love Island in 2018 when he met Zara McDermott, 26. The pair split after eight months.
He most recently dated Lottie Moss after meeting on Celebs Go Dating.
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