Ricky Hatton and Claire Sweeney take HUGE next step in their relationship as ... trends now
They made their red carpet debut as a couple last month.
And Ricky Hatton and Claire Sweeney took the next big step in their relationship this week when they jetted off to sun soaked Tenerife for their first holiday as a couple.
The former boxer, 45, took to Instagram with a slew of loved up snaps with the actress, 53, as they enjoyed a romantic meal before watching his beloved Manchester City's 5-0 win over Wolves with pals.
Claire looked gorgeous in a plunging summer dress which perfectly showcased her newly sun-kissed skin, while Ricky cut a suave figure in black.
He captioned the post: 'Great evening & food last night with our friends @elmiradortenerife Thank you so much for looking after me as you always do. Fantastic night. Ricky & Claire X'
Ricky Hatton, 45, and Claire Sweeney, 53, took the next big step in their relationship this week when they jetted off to sun soaked Tenerife for their first holiday as a couple
The former boxer took to Instagram with a slew of loved up snaps with the actress, as they enjoyed a romantic meal before watching his beloved Manchester City's 5-0 win over Wolves with pals
It comes after Claire and Ricky made their first public appearance together at the Co-op Live official welcome ceremony.
The showbiz pair looked great together as joined other celebs to take a look at Manchester's newest event space.
They confirmed their relationship with the outing, but just days before, Ricky took to Instagram with a loved-up birthday message for Claire.
Claire has told friends she feels like 'she has won the lottery' as her romance with Ricky goes from strength to strength.
A friend of Claire's told MailOnline: 'Claire and Ricky have become really close.
'She wasn't looking for a relationship but then Ricky came along and it just felt right and natural and she's really happy.
'She signed up for a reality TV show and met a great guy so it feels a bit like winning the lottery and she's really counting her blessings as it all came from nowhere and often that's the best way.
'She's now really looking forward to introducing Ricky to her family and friends soon and they are really looking forward to meeting the
