Betting outlets appear to be pretty convinced that Laura Byrne wins this year’s season of The Bachelor.
But steamy images that surfaced Tuesday, showing Matty Johnson sharing a passionate embrace with Tara Pavlovic, during filming earlier this year, may have thrown a spanner in the works.
Spotted filming a romantic date on a private boat, the Queensland nanny could be seen locking-lips with the hunky 30-year-old several times.
SPOILER ALERT: The Bachelor’s Tara Pavlovic, 27, passionately embraced Matty Johnson, 30, on a steamy boat date
The pair, who have already shared a kiss on the show, could hardly keep their hands off each other throughout the entire journey.
Dressed in a tight pink skirt and white midriff-style top, Tara disembarked from a private plane alongside Matty, who wore a khaki sweater and black jeans.
As soon as they stepped outside, they locked lips, a scene easily rivaling the authenticity of any of the heartbroken hunk’s moments with Georgia Love.
Their display continued during a trip out on the harbour, with Tara taking the lead as she wrapped her arms around Matty and pulled him in close.
Physical: The pair, who have already shared a kiss on the show, could hardly keep their hands off each other throughout the entire journey
Close: Tara, a Queensland nanny, nuzzled in close to Matty
I’ve got you: Matty gazed adoringly at his date, as he held tightly onto her petite upper frame
He was seen resting his arm on the small of her back as the pair sat on seats near the edge of the boat.
Their physical display continued at the end of the trip, with The Bachelor seen smiling as helped Tara off the boat by lifting her in his arms.
Before they’d moved even a few steps, they locked lips once again, seen standing on the dock for what seemed like an eternity.
Locking lips: The hunky marketing executive closed his eyes as he enjoyed a steamy kiss with Tara
The look of love? Matty could not wipe the grin off his face
Cool and casual: Matty sported a khaki sweater that skimmed over his muscular upper frame
Arm-in-arm, they made their way into a nearby villa to continue their date, but not before stopping on the balcony for one last kiss.
Tara is rapidly gaining ground on series favourite Laura Byrne, who remains at $1.30 in Sportsbet’s odds to win the series.
After earning a kiss on her first date, Tara now sits at second place at $9.
Conversing: The pair looked to be engaging in conversation
Gentleman: Proving that chivalry isn’t dead, Matty offered a helping hand to Tara
Physical touch: The pair once again could not keep their hands off one another, enjoying a passionate embrace
Svelte: Tara’s slender frame was on display in her tight-fitting ensemble
Tara was the lucky hopeful who scored a kiss with Matty earlier this month.
The starlet revealed to Popsugar last week, that the amorous move was something she never expected.
‘It was perfect timing, but no, wasn’t expecting it. I wasn’t even expecting a date!
Rising to meet him: Tara raised onto the balls of her feet as she embraced The Bachelor
Affectionate: Matty rested both hands around Tara’s slender waist
That’s a handful! Matty crouched down, while wrapping his arms around Tara’s lower frame
Back on the boat: Tara was seen climbing back onto the boat, no doubt for more one-on-one time with Matty
‘I was not expecting to even come this far, so it’s all a big surprise,’ she told the publication.
Tara revealed however that she was happy Matty had kissed her.
‘I’m glad he did because I couldn’t get any words out of my mouth, so he kind of saved me – thank you, Matty!’ she said.
Another kiss! Once seated back in the boat, the duo once again locked lips
Absolutely smitten: Tara was seen closing her eyes, no doubt enjoying the moment
Enjoying the view? Matty was seen glancing at Tara’s enviable figure
Picture-perfect: The affectionate pair were later seen walking around Sydney’s Rose Bay marina
Meanwhile, it was recently revealed that Tara’s mother is Debbie Newsome, the former co-host of 1980s dating game show Perfect Match.
Speaking to Woman’s Day, Tara said that Debbie, who also starred in the 1981 James Bond film For Your Eyes Only, constantly pestered her daughter for Bachelor updates.
‘She bugs me about how often I’m in episodes and if I’ve gotten a date yet!’ she said.
Gesture: Matty once again wrapped his arm around Tara’s slender waist
Quality time together: The twosome only had eyes for one another
Thirsty work: It appeared Tara had enjoyed an alcoholic beverage prior to locking lips
Three’s not a crowd: A camera crew was there to capture every moment