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'Bachelor in Paradise' Season 9: Michael Barbour and Olivia Lewis' romantic date sparks relationship speculation

Michael Barbour recently arrive at 'Bachelor in Paradise' Season 9 beach as Olivia Lewis was struggling to form a connection with someone

SAYULITA, MEXICO: Michael Barbour recently entered 'Bachelor in Paradise' Season 9 to find a forever love and win a whopping cash prize. He earned a romantic beach date with Olivia Lewis.

Olivia had quite a tough time finding a strong connection in the ABC show. However, viewers speculate that Michael and Olivia could be a perfect match.

The viewers took to social media and rooted for Michael and Olivia's potential relationship. An X user tweeted, "Here for Olivia & Michael! So far so good."

Another viewer wondered, "How is Kat saying that he’s & JH are “solid” … but then saying that Olivia & Michael are a “fresh new relationship” … HUH."

Another person added, "I love Olivia, no one can look, touch or talk to Michael when they get back on the beach." Another fan mulled over their connection, noting, "Michael & Olivia..... I like this pairing!!"

A fifth viewer penned, "Olivia and Michael have a nice vibe about them. Its easy going, fun." Another X user wrote, "Why am I smiling so hard watching Michael and Olivia I really hope they work out."

Olivia Lewis is involved in love triangle with Kat Izzo and John Henry

In 'Bachelor in Paradise' Season 9, Olivia Lewis was involved in a love triangle with Kat Izzo and John Henry before the arrival of Michael Barbour. Olivia had a one-on-one date with John Henry when he arrived at the beach and the two felt an instant spark.

At the same time, John also explored a connection with Kat. In the end, John Henry gave his rose to Kat at the Rose Ceremony.

Olivia was left single during the rose ceremony with an elimination on the horizon. However, Brayden Bowers, who was on 'The Bachelorette' Season 20, saved Olivia by giving her a friendship rose.

Michael Barbour's failed attempt to find love in 'The Bachelorette' Season 20

Michael Barbour appeared on 'The Bachelorette' Season 20 as he gave a shot to love with Charity Lawson. Unfortunately, he didn't get much of an opportunity to get to know Charity as he was eliminated during Week 4.

After his elimination, Michael told the cameras that it was unfortunate he wasn't her choice. Caleb Balgaard and John Buresh were also eliminated during the night and Michael reflected on their elimination.

Michael believed that Caleb and John "deserved to be there" as they tried hard to form a connection with Charity.

'Bachelor in Paradise' Season 9 releases new episodes every Thursday at 8 pm ET on ABC.