Sir Bradley Wiggins looked unrecognisable as he stepped out for a spot of shopping with his new girlfriend last week. The retired sport star and his wife of 16 years announced their split in May of this year

Sir Bradley Wiggins looked unrecognisable as he stepped out with his new girlfriend six months after splitting from his wife Catherine.

The 40-year-old professional cyclist, who boasts eight Olympic medals, appeared smitten as he tenderly wrapped his arm around Laura Hartshorne.

The couple, who reportedly began dating after Bradley’s marriage broke down, were spotted together for the first time as they stocked up on supplies during a shopping trip on Thursday.

In the snaps, Bradley cut a casual figure as he walked alongside PR executive Laura after visiting Tesco in South London.

The drastically different-looking Olympian, who now boasts a thick beard, donned a black sweatshirt and brown chinos as he walked through the supermarket car park.

Laura opted for a white sweatshirt and striking turquoise joggers alongside a pair of sporty trainers.