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ANT McPartlin and Declan Donnelly thrilled their fans after being pictured together in public for the first time since his drink-drive arrest in March.

Their loyal followers praised the best pals as they grinned for a snap with a fan in a hotel garden in London.

 Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly's fans loved the fact they were pictured together again - but something about the snap wasn't quite right
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Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly's fans loved the fact they were pictured together again - but something about the snap wasn't quite right

But while the picture filled them with hope that Ant, who’s been in rehab, was getting better – something about the snap left them confused.

Although some pointed out Ant’s brand new tattoo, which was tucked away on his right wrist, others were more concerned about the way they were standing.

Since they found fame over two decades ago, Ant and Dec have always stood on a certain side for pictures.

But this time, they broke with tradition – with Ant on the right and Dec on the left.

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 Normally, Ant will stand to the left while Dec stands on the right
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Normally, Ant will stand to the left while Dec stands on the rightCredit: ITV Plc

One fan tweeted: Awesome sight but [they’re] the wrong way round.”

Another told their followers they loved the snap but admitted: “They’re on the wrong side of each other,” with a crying emoji.

While a third said underneath the picture: Oi! You stood the wrong way round!!”

It's not the first time the pair have been seen standing the wrong way round, although it is rare for it to happen.

 Ant went back to rehab following his drink drive crash in March
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Ant went back to rehab following his drink drive crash in MarchCredit: Getty - Contributor
Dec Donnelly gives 'stressed' Ant McPartlin a massage on Britain's Got Talent weeks before drink-drive arrest

Notable occasions in recent years include their meetings with Prince Charles, when they were spied as caddies on a golf course and when they snapped a selfie on stage.

The most recent picture of the Geordie TV stars came after Dec  made his first ever outing to the Baftas without Ant, where Britain's Got Talent won Best Entertainment Programme.

Despite picking up the gong at the star-studded event, Dec avoided making a speech and was spotted looking sad after he scooped the award without his co-star.

 Dec was accompanied by his pregnant wife Ali Astall to the Baftas
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Dec was accompanied by his pregnant wife Ali Astall to the BaftasCredit: PA

Speaking to The Sun Online, Ant's Britain's Got Talent co-star Amanda Holden said the whole team missed him.

After his arrest, it was confirmed Ant had cancelled his upcoming TV commitments - including this year's BGT live shows.

Amanda explained: “I think he will be missed, but I think Dec will do a stirling job.
“Alesha and I are on hand to step in.

“I think Mand and Dec's got a good ring to It”.


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