Strictly Come Dancing stars mourn the loss of Will Bayley as he quits the show

Strictly Come Dancing stars have given their support to Will Bayley after his recent departure following an injury sustained last week.

The celebrities and pro dancers of the show came together for the Paralympic table tennis player when he uploaded an Instagram photo to confirm he has quit the show after a freak accident during training.

Will simply captioned the photo: "Love you guys! ❤️" as comments from the Strictly stars started to flood in.

YouTuber Saffron Barker left a few emojis including a crying face and a heart - wishing him the best.

Karim Zeroual, who appears to have built a close friendship with Will, commented: "Love you so much bro! Won't be the same without my boy! Love you"️

Last year's star TV presenter Stacey Dooley left: "Will!" with a red heart emoji.

He shared an Instagram post to alert fans and former contestants (Instagram)

And Michelle Visage penned: "LOVE YOU SO MUCH WILL"

Even show presenter Tess Daly said: "Such sad news we love you! XXX ❤️❤️❤️

The likes of Emma Barton also sent her love to the star.

Will himself announced: "I'm gutted my Strictly journey has had to come to an end. I've loved being part of the show, and am so grateful for the phenomenal support we have received. 

(BBC/Guy Levy)

He revealed how his shoes have been adapted for disability (BBC)

"I want to say a special thank you to Janette for believing in me, and giving me the confidence to believe in myself.

"The things we achieved, from our couple's choice dance, through to the lifts in our salsa, will stay with me forever. I've had the time of my life."

In response, Will's dance partner Janette Manrara said: "Absolutely devastated that Will and I will not be able to continue dancing.

Janette Manrara and Will Bayley have been forced to quit Strictly (BBC/Guy Levy)

"We made some incredible memories that I will never forget, and I am pleased to have shared them with such an inspirational person who I can now call a friend for life."

While Strictly's executive producer Sarah James added: "We are so sad that Will is unable to continue on the show. 

"He is an incredible and talented person who has brought us some unforgettable moments this series - in particular his powerful and moving couples choice routine. 

"He will be greatly missed and we wish him a speedy recovery."