Strictly Come Dancing star Giovanni Pernice has denied allegations that he was 'threatening or abusive' during training sessions with Amanda Abbington and vowed to 'clear his name'.
Sherlock star Amanda took part in last year's series of the BBC show, but withdrew from the dance competition citing 'medical reasons'.
However, she later claimed her experience on the programme and had left her with post traumatic stress disorder, the Mirror reports.
She has reportedly told pals she felt Giovanni was "abrasive" with her while training. Earlier this year, it was reported Amanda had demanded to see behind-the-scenes footage of their time training together.
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