David Beckham and the mysterious case of the disappearing bulge

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The 32-year-old turned underwear model was again dressed in the tight underwear which caused a veritable furore when first seen, but on this occasion failed to make quite the same impression.

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Spot the difference: David Beckham appears just as mystified by the mysterious case of his disappearing bulge

Get an eyeful: Beckham's earlier pictures for the Armani underwear campaign caused a furore

David looked somewhat less impressive in a pair of black underwear in comparison to the earlier pictures of the star, which were so striking they caused onlookers to debate whether the pictures had been enhanced.

But when asked if the images had been tampered with to give Beckham a greater appeal, his spokesperson was less than forthcoming, and replied with a simple: "No comment."

The England star has signed up to a three-year deal with the Italian underwear giant, reportedly worth £20 million.

Last night David was spotted arriving at Number Ten in his shiny black Bentley for a secret meeting with Gordon Brown.

Hot stuff: The England star sizzles in the sexy pictures as he shows off his toned body