Sam Thompson looks heartbroken in his first appearance since ex Zara McDermott was spotted holding hands with Louis Tomlinson — fans are rallying behind him.

SAM Thompson looked downcast as he was seen for the first time since Zara McDermott and Louis Tomlinson were pictured holding hands.Zara, 28, and Louis, 33 - whose relationship is going from strength to strength - were spotted on a romantic stroll in Malibu on Tuesday.Sam Thompson looked downcast as he was seen todayCredit: GoffZara McDermott and Louis Tomlinson were pictured holding hands yesterdayCredit: BackGridIt marked the first time they've been pictured as a couple since their cosy dinner date in March.Now, Sam, 32, who split with the Love Island star just four months ago, has been spotted out in London.