I'd love Ken to pull him up for repeatedly calling him Kenny. Higgins won on that occasion, making it four world titles for the Scot. A pigeon even briefly stopped play at the midway through the second round match between Mark Selby and Yan Bingtao. Should sports commentators be released because of their age? It was definitely after the '92 final, because both players just went in-off and Virgo didn't react at all. Scoop or whatever it is, I dont know, but thats what were getting, that this will be our last season. He appeared as a celebrity contestant on the short-lived Saturday night BBC light entertainment show Full Swing in 1996, however, he did not make the final. The 70 year old His schedule is now full of exhibitions events and theatre shows so there is no sign of slowing down for the snooker veteran. Fox News own research team has warned colleagues not to trust some of the networks top commentators claims about Ukraine. Not my choice, theirs [the BBC]. JOHN HIGGINS takes on Judd Trump in the World Snooker Championship today and tomorrow - but it's BBC commentator John Virgo taking the spotlight during the first session. "I wouldnt have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner," he told The Telegraph. JV was like a different person than this morning. Along with Dennis apparently. 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Snooker icons John Virgo and Dennis Taylor have become synonymous with live coverage on the BBC, and now fans have reacted angrily to news the pair will be released. GBNEWS. The 70 year old commentator was heard sayingI wanted to watch a bit of racing this afternoon. WebFormer professional John Virgo, who made his name playing the game and as part of the BBC gameshow Big Break, is again on commentary duties. We replaced Question of Sport in their slot and the viewing figures were better than they had from the first day. WebOn 27 April 2022, Virgo announced that he and his co-commentator Dennis Taylor had been axed by the BBC because they were too old for the current game play style, and that Virgo would love the show to return - if only to spark interest in a sport with a dwindling and ageing fanbase. Veteran BBC snooker commentator John Virgo, Virgo also presented Big Break on the BBC for more than a decade alongside comedian Jim Davidson, Kyren Wilson pranks Crucible crowd by pretending to go for pink while on 147 break, Neil Robertson sends Crucible crowd wild with his first-ever World Championship maximum. John Virgo Illness And Health Problems Update There had been rumours that John Virgo have gotten Parkinsons. Virgo, 76, and Dennis Taylor were supposed to have one final hurrah at this Im not going to go round on my hands and knees begging for a job. Please enter your username or email address to reset your password. Teenage sensation Bai Yulu sets record break at Women's World Snooker Championship, Ronnie O'Sullivan withdraws from Championship League Snooker as quiet schedule continues, Ronnie O'Sullivan and Mark Allen attract huge crowds as they head to Hungary. Last month, BBC commentator Virgo told the Talking Snooker podcast that he thought Trump was "disappointing" last season. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. "We were up against Blind Date and we were getting as many viewers. But Ive realised and its taken me a long time to realise it not to get caught up in something you have no control of. Its not my decision, I love the game and everything else. I'd say yer man shut up after that. I think it was mentioned on the Snooker Scene podcast yesterday. FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS - BEST NEW CUSTOMER OFFERS. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. Im past that. Virgos first notable appearance in a major tournament was during the 1973 American Pool Tournament for The Indoor League where he lost in the semi final. Jim is a comic genius and yet he can't appear on television, because he has a black mark against his name. But for some in attendance at the Crucible and those watching at home, BBC man Virgo is talking them through the action. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. r/snooker 41K subscribers maxington26 2 days ago I got access to the new GPT version of Bing. Thorne, a stalwart of the sport for more than two decades, was diagnosed with leukaemia in March and was taken to hospital last week with dangerously low blood pressure. "Please please please tell John Virgo to stop talking," one said. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Why is this happening??? As always you can unsubscribe at any time. When did he start to become annoying? 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Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Hes taken the red on here though. WebJohn Virgo (born 3 March 1946, in Salford, Lancashire, England) is an English former professional snooker player and more recently a snooker commentator and TV personality. Back in September, Virgo revealed that the BBC had told him that this year's World Championship would be his last, along with Taylor. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. But the 76-year-old has revealed both he and Taylor will not be commentating on the snooker after 2023. Maybe its a working-class attitude Ive been brought up with but theres b******s all I can do about it, so why get bothered? They play shots, theres not many shots that people play that I havent seen, you know. Asked about Trumps comments, Virgo said: I still think weve got something to offer. WebI can't believe that this guy has been commentating at the BBC for the best part of 20 years or more and not a single producer in that time has had the gumption to tell him to stop Although I think all players are the same arent they? This year's snooker world championships at the Crucible have been eventful for play on and off the table. The BBC have been fantastic to me, in my commentary career, Big Break, if thats the decision thats the decision, well just have to accept it and enjoy it on the telly.. Along with Dennis (Taylor) apparently. But it appears his running commentary isn't for everyone. "I'm past that. BBC pundit John Virgo joked wheres the pigeon going?. I think theyre probably looking for people who are more in touch with the modern day player. WebThe BBC are reportedly set to axe commentators John Virgo and Dennis Taylor after the 2023 World Snooker Championship. So Ill just get on with what Im doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. He is the best of the lot. The 75-year-old has become one of the most iconic 'voices of snooker' since the 1980s and his catchphrase of 'where's the cue ball going' is one of the most famous in BBC sports commentary history. "Im not going to go round on my hands and knees begging for a job. That infuriating habit of every sentence. "Maybe it's a working-class attitude I've been brought up with but there's b***** all I can do about it, so why get bothered? Anything confirmation of this? WebThe 70-year-old commentator did not believe he was on air while speaking to a colleague away from the microphone during Mark Selby and Marco Fu's semi-final on Saturday When somebody misses an easy shot you can put your finger on why they did it. I'm not going to go round on my hands and knees begging for a job. Former UK champion Virgo, who played in the first ever World Championship to be played at the Crucible in 1977, told the Talking Snooker Podcast: "Listen, you never know whats round the corner in life, but it looks like this will be my last season. In 2016, the Northern Irishman was rushed to hospital midway through the world tournament in Sheffield whilst working as a pundit. I dont think the shots have changed, I dont think the mentality [has changed]. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. IMG media managing director Graham Fry said John Virgo has been spoken to regarding the incident and he will continue to work during the course of the tournament. Taylor meanwhile, who famously beat Steve Davies to become world champion in 1985, had previously combined commentating and playing on the senior tour before hanging up his cue in 2021. Ben Shephard hits out at John Virgo after jibe GOOD MORNING BRITAIN saw Ben Shephard hit out at John Virgo today after the snooker commentator praised Susannas talents over his. You know they can control the delay between live and near-live broadcast, right? John Virgo has been criticised by some snooker fans, John Virgo is the voice of snooker on the BBC, Higgins and Trump are battling it out for the 2019 world championship. Snooker fans have vented their fury at the news that two legends of the sport are to be removed from BBC commentary. Also the comm boxes arent large enough to socially distance in from what I remember. I think over the years weve had the experience to talk when we need to talk, to be quiet when we need to let the pictures tell the story. John Virgo has had a long career in snooker spanning from the 70s onward where he competed in professional snooker before co-hosting TV productions such as the BBCs pot black show and commentating on the BBCs coverage of snooker until present. Steve Edmonds goes behind the scenes at the Crucible and chats to legendary snooker commentator John Virgo in Sheffield. John Virgo is said to be ' embarrassed and apologetic' after he was heard to swear during BBC One's coverage of World Snooker Championship. There will be a lot of memories there, memories from when we first went there in 77. "The John Virgo drinking game. ICONIC Snooker commentator John Virgo has accepted the BBC's decision to replace him in 2023. The World Championship will be our last one. A more pedestrian commentator there has never been. My two main pet peeves of his that come to mind, When he says anything twice during a shot. So I'll just get on with what I'm doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. I understand that you get over a certain age and they want to try something different.. ES do this cos their feed runs late.. not an option for The commentator well known for his famous expression Wheres The Cueball Going was not available for BBCs coverage of both the World Championship and the UK Championship in 2020 due to self isolation and coronavirus reasons. On Trumps comments, Virgo added: "I still think weve got something to offer. Best known for his commentary lines such as wheres the cueball going! When somebody misses an easy shot you can put your finger on why they did it. Let us know in the comments section. "John was searching for a phrase to describe Ding's shortcomings as a player and explaining why he doesn't yet have what it takes to become a champion," an insider said. WebJohn Virgo and Dennis Taylor are set to leave their posts as the BBC's main snooker commentators in a years' time, with the duo having gone through the highs and lows of As John Virgo gets in trouble over swearing live on TV, he has come out and said he is highly embarrassed and apologetic for his comments. By Amy Johnson People on social media such as Facebook and Twitter have said Virgo has been disrespectful to the players as he said one player seems to drag the other player down etc. 6 comments 93% Upvoted This thread is archived New We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Virgo, 76, and Dennis Taylor were supposed to have one final hurrah at this year's World Championships but they have been given one more year. But Ive realised and its taken me a long time to realise it not to get caught up in something you have no control of. So Ill just get on with what Im doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. WebJohn Virgo From Lancashire England, former professional snooker player. ", which is gonna sound like Kenny I guess. He could be in London as a pundit with comms up in Sheffield? But I understand, nothing lasts for ever, I understand that.. Judd Trump has risked reigniting a spat with popular BBC commentator John Virgo by claiming the veteran pundit does not do enough homework on the current crop of players or what happens outside the broadcasters three televised marquee tournaments. ", Get email updates with the day's biggest stories. Virgo, 76, and Dennis Taylor were supposed to have one final hurrah at this Social media went crazy yesterday after the incident which sparked further debate on the commentator. He thought his mic was off but unfortunately it was still on. Report peckerdunne April 27, 2019 10:20 PM He also famously presented Big Break with Jim Davidson, and continued to play in exhibition matches long after retirement. Speaking to the Talking Snooker podcast, Virgo said: Listen, you never know whats round the corner in life, but it looks like this will be my last season. I just take him as he is, it's like he's never seen Mark play before calling shots he's never going for and not calling shots he is. WebJohn Virgo is probably one of the very worst commentators in any sport for my money, someone needs to tell him his job is to commentate, not opinionate at every given chance. The former snooker player acknowledges the BBC's desire for fresh faces and younger voices. a fifth wrote. Something went wrong, please try again later. John Virgo believes the next World Snooker Championship will be the last for him and Dennis Taylor in the commentary box, expecting to be cut from the BBCs coverage. Legendary snooker presenters John Virgo and Dennis Taylor are to be axed from BBC coverage from 2023. WebJohn Virgo is expecting the BBC to axe both him and Dennis Taylor from commentary duty after next year's World Snooker Championship. I really like Ken. "But Ive realised and its taken me a long time to realise it not to get caught up in something you have no control of. The show propelled Virgo and his co-host Jim Davidson into the limelight and the pair performed pantomime together for eight years. ". I've really liked how many of them have covered this tournament. "I think theyre probably looking for people who are more in touch with the modern day player. There will be a lot of memories there, memories from when we first went there in 77. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. But I understand, nothing lasts for ever, I understand that. Advertisement Where does John Virgo live now? 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Along with his commentary work, Virgo hosted Big Break for 11 years alongside comedian Jim Davidson. Shaun Murphy commentated last year whilst still in the tournament. Hopefully the COVID restrictions will mean no earpieces and commentators not straining to make the audience laugh. Taylor, 72, is also a widely popular presence in the Beeb's commentary box for the major televised tournaments but in recent times there have been suggestions in some quarters that snooker coverage needs a more youthful change in direction. Nick, Phil and guest presenter @GaryOnCue answered your latest emails and tweets, and had their say on the debate over World Championship location.https://t.co/9mjHsxwXQE. Ha!Ha! "I'm not sure I'm mentally prepared to keep listening to John Virgo hollering 'ton up'," one tweeted. Need to understand. Won the UK championship in 1979 and co-hosted big break in the late 80s and early 90s. 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