Dam Peaty’s girlfriend Eiri Munro has hit out at the pair’s split after the swimmer admitted he “let her down”. Strictly Come Dancing star Adam, 27, announced his split from Airi, with whom he has a son, in an Instagram post, explaining that he wanted a “happy” and “healthy” relationship for their boy. The three-time Olympic gold medalist also apologized to Airi, 24, and their son for “letting them down”. Eiri has now opened up about the split, writing on Instagram Stories: “The last three years have been so, so, amazing. Our little family has experienced so much laughter, love and joy. Getty Images for National Lo
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“You have played such an important part in this. This next chapter of my life will definitely be a difficult one. “I would appreciate people refraining from commenting, speculating or messaging. “I’ve shared so much of my life, but for now, I’m choosing privacy and I hope you all respect that.” Eiri continued: “I appreciate you all so much and I’m so grateful for all the fun and opportunities you’ve given me. “I’m going to take a break from social media so bye for now. Thank you so much for everything.” Adam and Eiri met through the dating app Tinder when they were at Loughborough University and went public with their relationship on Instagram in early 2020. Eiri addressed her split with Adam Peaty in an Instagram post / Instagram/Eiri Munro The couple revealed they were expecting their first child three months later. Adam competed in the 2021 series of Strictly with professional dancer Katya Jones and made it to week seven, finishing in ninth place. The Olympic swimmer recently returned from a holiday on the Greek island of Santorini with his son George and posted several snaps from the trip. Adam shared a photo of Eiri and their baby boy on Instagram as he announced their split, writing: “Eiri and I have decided to go our separate ways. “We have enjoyed three wonderful years together, 2 of them with our wonderful son George. “Our priority has always been to provide him with the happiest and healthiest home environment and at this time that means ending our romantic relationship.” Adam went on to praise Airi as he said she “couldn’t have asked for a better mother for George” and told them he was “sorry to let you down.”