WebJohn Virgo, 70, caught swearing during BBC One's afternoon broadcast TV bosses have said Virgo will continue to work at the tournament Mark Selby and Marco Fu contesting WebSo, I'm watching the old Crucible Classics on BBC and something I've noticed is John Virgo is commentating and he's not unbearable. Press J to jump to the feed. Virgo, 75, and Taylor, 72, have been voices of snooker for decades, with Virgo first commentating on the game way back in 1985 and becoming a huge television star through the 90s thanks to gameshow Big Break. For me, Virgo is fine, yeah sometimes he gets it wrong, but 100% accuracy is impossible in a live sporting environment where you can't just "rewind" what you said if it was wrong. I understand that you get over a certain age and they want to try something different.. Higgins won on that occasion, making it four world titles for the Scot. John Virgo and Dennis Taylor, now familiar voices when it comes to live coverage of the World Snooker Championships, will no longer be part of things after the 2022/23 campaign. Hopefully the COVID restrictions will mean no earpieces and commentators not straining to make the audience laugh. John Virgo is presently living in Cobham, Surrey. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. So Ill just get on with what Im doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. I think the best thing they could do is to try to make sure they always have a good mix of as many of them as possible. He told The Telegraph: "I wouldnt have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner. WebICONIC Snooker commentator John Virgo has accepted the BBC's decision to replace him in 2023. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Something went wrong, please try again later. 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. The World Championship will be our last one. In October 2018, it was announced that Radzi will be working for American professional wrestling company WWE for their NXT UK brand, as a backstage interviewer. Missing aristocrat Constance Marten and lover arrested in Brighton Migrant blocked from deportation in 2020 went on to MURDER in horri Betty Boothroyd dead: 'No nonsense' first female House of Commons S Shamima Begum: UK's own terror watchdog to back Isis bride in her b UK food shortages: Ministers summon supermarket bosses for urgent t 59 migrants dead in 'inhumane' tragedy as packed boat sinks off Ita Met Office warns late winter blast to strike and send temperatures plummeting. I'd say yer man shut up after that. They play shots, theres not many shots that people play that I havent seen, you know. Im not criticising the decision, I know nothing lasts for ever. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on But it appears his running commentary isn't for everyone. WebBut the 76-year-old has revealed both he and Taylor will not be commentating on the snooker after 2023. Although I think all players are the same arent they? I think it was mentioned on the Snooker Scene podcast yesterday. While no decision has been confirmed by the BBC, Virgo seems sure that his next trip to the Crucible in April will be his last to work behind a microphone. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. 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? r/snooker 41K subscribers maxington26 2 days ago I got access to the new GPT version of Bing. John Parrot is also better than Virgo. 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However, the Telegraph claim that Virgo and Taylor have been granted 'a stay of execution to 2023' by the BBC. "Im not going to go round on my hands and knees begging for a job. It was definitely after the '92 final, because both players just went in-off and Virgo didn't react at all. 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. They play shots, theres not many shots that people play that I havent seen, you know. The former professional player said he would be trying something Veteran BBC snooker commentators John Virgo and Dennis Taylor are reportedly set to be dropped by the broadcaster next year. With most of the BBC snooker commentators ageing, BBC doesnt really seem to be bringing new younger commentators it would seem. It was incredible. We replaced Question of Sport in their slot and the viewing figures were better than they had from the first day. ". When someone misses a ball at the end of a frame winning break and he always says the exact same thing every single time. John Virgo is said to be ' embarrassed and apologetic' after he was heard to swear during BBC One's coverage of World Snooker Championship. I think Dennis Taylor has claimed that line now. ", And he insists he's not going to waste time being bitter about the call: I cant have any bad feelings,: he added. "Please please please tell John Virgo to stop talking," one said. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Along with Dennis apparently. Social media went crazy yesterday after the incident which sparked further debate on the commentator. I enjoyed Jack Losowski yesterday too. He could be in London as a pundit with comms up in Sheffield? FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS - BEST NEW CUSTOMER OFFERS. 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When did he start to become annoying? ", which is gonna sound like Kenny I guess. 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. He thought his mic was off but unfortunately it was still on. Google took me to Wikipedia, which took brought me to Pot Black, thenJim 'nick, nick' Davidson.upvote anyway! Why do you think the BBC can't do similar? Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Not my choice, theirs (the BBC). A place for all things snooker related, including the latest news (but no match spoilers for current tournaments), tips on improving your play and videos of some of snooker's greatest moments. I think thats definite. JV was like a different person than this morning. Higgins and Trump are going about their business with no distractions. Even world number two and 2019 Crucible champion Judd Trump told The Metro earlier this year: "Theres not enough trying out new things in snooker for me at the moment, its all the same every season, not enough excitement, not enough different dimensions. 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. For other inquiries, Contact Us. He comes out with a fair bit of waffle but he's part of the furniture. "But no, I understand. WebJohn Virgo isn't commentating on the snooker, so how am I supposed to know WHERE THE CUE BALL'S GOING? The former professional player said he would be trying something different rather than fighting his corner. This year's snooker world championships at the Crucible have been eventful for play on and off the table. ", He also told the Telegraph: I understand that you get over a certain age and they want to try something different., A BBC spokesman told GB News: The BBC are delighted to have John and Dennis as part of our snooker team and no decisions have been made past 2023 on what the wider team will look like.. Jim is a comic genius and yet he can't appear on television, because he has a black mark against his name. The news has enraged fans though, with @pf4u tweeting: "Terrible decision, John Virgo is a legend. When somebody misses an easy shot you can put your finger on why they did it. Being younger, you might put an emoji on the bottom of it, but how are you going to better it? 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. Last month, BBC commentator Virgo told the Talking Snooker podcast that he thought Trump was "disappointing" last season. WebDennis Taylor and John Virgo have been leading voices of snooker for decades (Pictures: Getty) John Virgo believes the next World Snooker Championship will be the last for him I'm not going to go round on my hands and knees begging for a job. He is the best of the lot. On Trumps comments, Virgo added: "I still think weve got something to offer. 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. "It was life-changing," Virgo added of the show. "I'm past that. Ha!Ha! Snooker fans have vented their fury at the news that two legends of the sport are to be removed from BBC commentary. If you haven't listened to this week's episode yet, it's available from all good podcast providers. But I understand, nothing lasts for ever, I understand that. 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. That infuriating habit of every sentence. 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. The 70 year old commentator was heard sayingI wanted to watch a bit of racing this afternoon. 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. Ill be lucky to watch some f****** Match of the Day. WebJohn Virgo is expecting the BBC to axe both him and Dennis Taylor from commentary duty after next year's World Snooker Championship. 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. Should sports commentators be released because of their age? As a player, Virgo featured in the first ever World Championship to be held at the Crucible in 1977, getting eliminated in the round of 16 by eventual winner John Spencer. A top class snooker player but he should leave his heeper jeeper nonsense in the playground with the 6 year olds, its out of place in snooker commentary. 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. There will be a lot of memories there, memories from when we first went there in 77. Speaking to the same publication, Virgo said he does not have "any bad feelings" towards the broadcaster over their decision. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. 2019 world champion Judd Trump called for broadcasters to make a change to their veteran commentary teams earlier this year, telling Metro.co.uk: Theres not enough trying out new things in snooker for me at the moment, its all the same every season, not enough excitement, not enough different dimensions, he said. Lol i thought it was just me, not to mention his constant wheres the cueball going?.. having said that shaun murphy is far more annoying recently. 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. WebICONIC Snooker commentator John Virgo has accepted the BBC's decision to replace him in 2023. The bird fluttered down from among the television lights and landed on the top cushion during a brief break prior to the start of the sixth frame at the Crucible. 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 I do like Ken Doherty's Press J to jump to the feed. Won the UK championship in 1979 and co-hosted big break in the late 80s and early 90s. I just feel it's a waste of a talent. I dont think the shots have changed, I dont think the mentality [has changed]. So it will be hard, but as I say, nothing lasts forever, and Ill give it my best shot and that will be it, yeah. Best known for his commentary lines such as wheres the cueball going! Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. BBC is making a grave miscalculation here and obviously have not consulted the fans of the sport here. The former snooker player acknowledges the BBC's desire for fresh faces and younger voices. Im past that. Hes taken the red on here though!!. Back in September, Virgo revealed that the BBC had told him that this year's World Championship would be his last, along with Taylor. My two main pet peeves of his that come to mind, When he says anything twice during a shot. I'm pretty sure he's not saying "Kenny", but "Ken, eh? WebI have just watched today's final session of Robertson v Higgins, with John Virgo & Steve Davis commentating. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. In 2016, the Northern Irishman was rushed to hospital midway through the world tournament in Sheffield whilst working as a pundit. I cant have any bad feelings. 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. It was quickly ushered out of the arena through the players entrance, surprising defending champion Selby, who was returning to the arena at the time. https://twitter.com/SHendry775/status/1 7364228096, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radzi_Chinyanganya. Need to understand. "It will change, sooner rather than later, but I wont have any complaints because Ive enjoyed it. ! Willie Thorne From Leicester England, former professional snooker player. C, A, C, cool as a cucumber". But I understand, nothing lasts for ever, I understand that.. He talks crap but is probably the most entertaining commentator. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. WebCommentating will come from London similar to how Eurosport have done it for years. For more stories like this,check our sport page. I dont think the shots have changed, I dont think the mentality [has changed]. 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. But the snooker veteran hasn't always found it easy to beat Trump. "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. Virgo would love the show to return - if only to spark interest in a sport with a dwindling and ageing fanbase. Im not going to go round on my hands and knees begging for a job. Scoop or whatever it is, I dont know, but thats what were getting, that this will be our last season. 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. "But I've realised and it's taken me a long time to realise it not to get caught up in something you have no control of. Jamie Micklethwaite. I cant have any bad feelings. Virgo lives in ", A BBC Spokesperson said: "The BBC are delighted to have John and Dennis as part of our snooker team and no decisions have been made past 2023 on what the wider team will look like.". By Let us know in the comments section. Why is this happening??? I really like Ken. I think theyre probably looking for people who are more in touch with the modern day player. The two snooker greats are battling for the 2019 championship in a repeat of the 2011 final at the Crucible. IMHO Virgo is a shite commentator who In all honesty is probably THE WORST commentator on ANY sport for stating the BLEEDING OBVIOUS. ", John Virgo has worked as a commentator since retiring in 1994. 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 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. In fact, before today's match the duo have battled it out in 196 frames over the years, both winning 98 each. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Thats the decision theyre making, so yeah, I havent really felt it at the moment but I probably will do come the World Championship, he said. 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. 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. I am almost sure it was him who, when some madlad in the crowd gor a bit enthusiastic and loud yesterday, said "Aye, I remember my first pint too". The 76-year-old notably won the UK Championship in 1979, beating Terry Griffiths 14-13 in the final, before becoming a well-known broadcaster and television personality with the BBC. Its not my decision, I love the game and everything else. Anything confirmation of this? GBNEWS. John Virgo Illness And Health Problems Update There had been rumours that John Virgo have gotten Parkinsons. So Ill just get on with what Im doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. This incident has sparked outrage at the commentator who spoke while unknowingly being live on air. "Thats the decision theyre making, so yeah, I havent really felt it at the moment but I probably will do come the World Championship. 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.. ES do this cos their feed runs late.. not an option for It will be interesting to see how BBC handles the incident going forward into the next tournaments and if they renew their contract with John Virgo particularly after the ten year deal world snooker struck with Eurosport where Ronnie OSullivan and Jimmy White are regular commentators. The 75-year-old has become one of the Radzi Chinyanganya (born 12 September 1987) is a British presenter, formerly of the BBC children's TV programme Blue Peter, from 2013 until 2019, and a co-presenter for the ITV game show Cannonball since 2017. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. His schedule is now full of exhibitions events and theatre shows so there is no sign of slowing down for the snooker veteran. The First Snooker World Championship 1927, How to play snooker: The basic principles of the game, 128 pro players: Nobody knows them, theyre never gonna get anywhere says Ronnie OSullivan, Custom pool tables: A great alternative to a snooker table, Snooker table size and dimensions for room, Save up to 50% at any snooker cue sale store with our clever buying guide. Back in September, Virgo revealed that the BBC WebAs good as a player as Morgan was, he always sounds like an angry, drunk Welshman in the booth-other than being from Wales I cannot see he has any reason to be there, or at the Seniors commentating. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. I've really liked how many of them have covered this tournament. He acts as a pundit and a comm though and that doesn't state which. Although I think all players are the same arent they? One snooker star will take the lead in the coming days, lifting the world championship in the process. Fox News own research team has warned colleagues not to trust some of the networks top commentators claims about Ukraine. I think Hendry said he was at the studio in London. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. 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. I find it incredible that they pay John Virgo for the inane shite which spews out of his mouth while he is commentating. If someones in a spot of botherDennis is the best line-drawer in the business, if someones in a snooker. 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. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Advertisement Where does John Virgo live now? "Hes got tremendous cueing ability," said Virgo about Trump. Take a drink every time he says inch perfect , take a shot every time he says wheres the cue ball going and down your drink every time he says TON UP! wrote one. 19 comments 80% Upvoted This thread is archived Its not my decision, I love the game and everything else. Why is John Virgo not at snooker? 6 comments 93% Upvoted This thread is archived New WebJohn Virgo gets in trouble by swearing live on air yesterday during Mark Selbys and Marco Fus 75 minute frame in the world championships semi final. What the hell is the number in brackets after their names? "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? Shaun Murphy commentated last year whilst still in the tournament. This issue where John Virgo gets in trouble might see BBC reveal their long term plan with coverage of the snooker. "Tempted to watch the snooker with volume off, especially with John Virgo shouting 'ton up, and 'where's the cue ball going' every three minutes, he needs an off button," one said. Doesnt matter about the black. Does anyone remember? "If someones in a spot of botherDennis is the best line-drawer in the business, if someones in a snooker. WebJohn Virgo exclusive interview: 'He wasn't everyone's cup of tea but Jim Davidson is still my mate' Virgo reflects on his unlikely friendship and the state of snooker as he nears the I understand that you get over a certain age and they want to try something different. 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. "For the love of God can you shut John Virgo up!" Being younger, you might put an emoji on the bottom of it, but how are you going to better it? Legendary snooker presenters John Virgo and Dennis Taylor are to be axed from BBC coverage from 2023. He said: "I wouldnt have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner. The World Championship will be our last one. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. 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. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. But no, I understand. Looks like the BBC could have a commentator shortage with 2 commentators in the tournament. 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. He also famously presented Big Break with Jim Davidson, and continued to play in exhibition matches long after retirement. I'd love Ken to pull him up for repeatedly calling him Kenny. WebThe BBC are reportedly set to axe commentators John Virgo and Dennis Taylor after the 2023 World Snooker Championship. WebI find it incredible that they pay John Virgo for the inane shite which spews out of his mouth while he is commentating. Im not criticising the decision, I know nothing lasts for ever. Pigeons have been frequent visitors to Wimbledons service lines but it is believed to the first time they have invaded the Sheffield venue. 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. He also revealed his wish to revive Big Break - the snooker-based television game show which peaked at 13.9million viewers and took Question of Sport's prime-time slot. "For those of you watching in black and white, the pink is next to the green.". View our online Press Pack. WebJohn Virgo has been criticised by some snooker fans (Image: Getty) The two snooker greats are battling it out at the Crucible this afternoon to be crowned 2019 world When somebody misses an easy shot you can put your finger on why they did it. 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. Asked about Trumps comments, Virgo said: I still think weve got something to offer. It's understandable. Yes we know John, stfu. "I'm not sure I'm mentally prepared to keep listening to John Virgo hollering 'ton up'," one tweeted. The 70 year old The BBC are reportedly set to axe commentators John Virgo and Dennis Taylor after the 2023 World Snooker Championship. Hes taken the red on here though. "We were up against Blind Date and we were getting as many viewers. So I'll just get on with what I'm doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. 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. 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