Nick Knowles out of Strictly Come Dancing this weekend after new injury

It is the second time the DIY SOS presenter has been injured

Nick Knowles won't take part in Strictly Come Dancing this weekend after sustaining another injury. According to a report, the DIY SOS presenter fell and hurt his knee.

It reportedly happened during a dress rehearsal for this week's live show, which takes place on Saturday evening. It has left Knowles on crutches, according to The Sun.

It means a run of bad luck continues for Knowles, 62, who previously injured his shoulder while changing a car tyre.

A source told The Sun that Knowles was rehearsing with his dance partner Luba Mshtuk when he landed awkwardly. The source said it was a "devastating blow" and he was being supported by the Strictly team.

The source added: "“They are sending him for scans and are doing everything they can to make sure he is okay. Nick had to fight to make sure he could take part in the first live show after hurting his arm and shoulder and he did so well.

“This new injury has been a real blow and he is incredibly upset about it. Luba and Nick are hoping it is just something minor and that he can recover in time for next week.”

A Spokesperson for Strictly said: “Unfortunately, Nick Knowles sustained an injury during rehearsals and, as a result, will not dance this weekend. As per the rules of the competition, Nick and Luba will receive a bye through to next week, when he is hopefully able to dance again. Everyone at Strictly Come Dancing wishes Nick a speedy recovery.”

Nick and Luba had reportedly been planning to dance the Charleston to Rain on the Roof, from the movie Paddington 2.