AFL star Bailey Smith and influencer Cartia Mallan’s rumoured new romance has been branded as nothing more than a ‘publicity stunt’.
On an episode of Outspoken the Podcast, sisters Amy, Sophie and Kate Taeuber admitted they were ‘surprised’ to see recent photos of Bailey and Cartia.
However, Cartia had insisted she and Bailey are not dating.
‘Bailey and I aren’t dating – we are just close friends that posted with each other while hanging out,’ she said.
Bailey and Cartia had raised eyebrows after they were photographed together, sparking dating rumours.
The Australian rules footballer was recording for Cartia’s podcast, Common Chaos, which she co-hosts with fellow influencer Ashton Wood.
They were also seen looking cosy while hanging out with a group of friends, leading to rumours their relationship was more than just platonic.
Sharing a photo of Bailey in her studio to Instagram Stories, Cartia revealed Bailey was set to feature on her podcast.
“Could not have had a better first guest. You guys are going to love this episode. Incredible human inside and out,” she wrote.