Strictly's Gorka teases fans with Glasgow Green running club idea and reveals fave things to do

Strictly Come Dancing professional Gorka Marquez has joined partner Dr Punam Krishan in taking time out to chat with fans on social media this week.

The dance star, who is engaged to former contestant Gemma Atkinson, happily answered questions on everything from wearing kilts to his favourite things to do in Glasgow but has delighted fans by teasing the idea of a Glasgow Green running club.

The duo, who are set to bring Bollywood to the Strictly dancefloor this week for couple's choice, have been taking time out of training to answer questions on Instagram.

When asked if someone could come running with him on Glasgow Green, Gorka answered: "Yes, you can come running from me, we can do a run club. I don't run everyday, but I might do one run club."

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He then added that it could be evening or morning and anyone who wants to come running with him in Glasgow should let him know.

When asked what his favourite things to do in Glasgow he revealed that he loves to go to his "favourite Spanish restaurant" (though he didn't say where) loves to go for a nice coffee and a croissant, and stated that he loves shopping here as we have "very nice shops here".

The Spanish star was also complimentary about how beautiful the city is and added that he was grateful that it hasn't rained here: "It's cold but no rain."

His partner Dr Punam recently revealed that she and Gorka would be dancing to Bole Chudiyan from Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham for couples' choice week, the star took to Instagram to describe the moment as "magical".

It's the first time in Strictly history that Bollywood will be featured on the show.

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