Mauricio Umansky & ‘DWTS’ Partner Emma Slater Speak Out About Hand-Holding Photo

Mauricio Umansky and his “Dancing with the Stars” dance accomplice Emma Slater are lookin’ to clear the air concerning the pic of them holding arms … claiming of us are blowing it out manner of proportion.

The two talked concerning the viral photograph on social media Thursday, taking a break from dance rehearsals to remark … saying they grabbed some sushi after rehearsal — following an “emotional week” — they usually have been chatting outdoors after when he grabbed Emma’s hand.

He says from there, they headed to the automobile — as we reported, their arms have been nonetheless locked — however that is about it.

Emma even joked about how some suppose the temporary interplay means they’re full-on courting.

Bear in mind, sources with direct information advised us a lot of what MU and ES are tellin’ their followers … however it was a narrative Kyle Richards actually wasn’t buying.