Shortly after his wife Gillian gave birth to their fourth child, Stuart Hogg made his new romance with former jockey Leonna Mayor public.

Leonna Mthe snap of the pair on her social media enjoying the getaway. (Image: Instagram)

It comes as Stuart sensationally quit rugby in July, claiming he wanted to spend more time with his family. Sources have claimed to The Sun that his behaviour prompted Gillian, who was pregnant at the time, to leave him.

They had been living together in the family home in Hawick, Roxburghshire. One friend told the publication: “How much does one woman have to take?

“She just gave birth last week. The last thing any new mother would want is to see the father of her children flaunting his new relationship on social media for the world to see?

“It just shows his true colours.”

Pals also explained that Gillian pinned hopes on Stuart’s retirement marking a turning point for their seven-year marriage although it didn’t work out for the pair and things soon turned sour.

One said: “She is heartbroken at a vulnerable time, with a new baby and three other kids.

“She supported him through his career, moving away from those she loved and knew. But as soon as they moved back to their hometown, everything came to a head.

“His refusal to leave the family home has meant a huge upheaval for her and the kids but she just couldn’t stay there any longer.”

Stuart and his new flame Leonna were recently spotted snuggling up together on a cosy date in a Hawick pub, with her also posting a snap of them at a horseracing event, with the caption: “Happy bunnies.”

The rugby legend tied the knot with Gillian back in 2016 at Barony Castle in Peeblesshire. Announcing his retirement earlier this year he said: “I’ve made this call because I want what’s best for me and for my family, and I believe I have made the right decision.”