Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. 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. I find it incredible that they pay John Virgo for the inane shite which spews out of his mouth while he is commentating. 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. I understand that you get over a certain age and they want to try something different. Something went wrong, please try again later. ", 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.. 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. 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? ", which is gonna sound like Kenny I guess. John Virgo celebrates his 76th birthday doing the thing for which he has become more famous than his professional snooker-playing career and even hit TV show Big Break calling the action with insight and humour from the inside of a tight commentary box for the BBC, this time at the Welsh Open at the International Convention Centre at Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. When did he start to become annoying? WebJohn Virgo is expecting the BBC to axe both him and Dennis Taylor from commentary duty after next year's World Snooker Championship. So I'll just get on with what I'm doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. John Virgo has paid an emotional tribute to his close friend and colleague Willie Thorne, who passed away on Wednesday aged 66. The former snooker player acknowledges the BBC's desire for fresh faces and younger voices. 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. Last month, BBC commentator Virgo told the Talking Snooker podcast that he thought Trump was "disappointing" last season. WebICONIC Snooker commentator John Virgo has accepted the BBC's decision to replace him in 2023. I do like Ken Doherty's Press J to jump to the feed. But it appears his running commentary isn't for everyone. Speaking to the same publication, Virgo said he does not have "any bad feelings" towards the broadcaster over their decision. John Virgo gets in trouble by swearing live on air yesterday during Mark Selbys and Marco Fus 75 minute frame inthe world championships semi final. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. 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. John Virgo is said to be ' embarrassed and apologetic' after he was heard to swear during BBC One's coverage of World Snooker Championship. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Report peckerdunne April 27, 2019 10:20 PM I cant have any bad feelings. I enjoyed Jack Losowski yesterday too. Hes taken the red on here though!!. That infuriating habit of every sentence. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. I dont think the shots have changed, I dont think the mentality [has changed]. There will be a lot of memories there, memories from when we first went there in 77. 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. GBNEWS. Im not going to go round on my hands and knees begging for a job. Jamie Micklethwaite. The former professional player said he would be trying something different rather than fighting his corner. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. Something went wrong, please try again later. FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS - BEST NEW CUSTOMER OFFERS. Although I think all players are the same arent they? The former professional player said he would be trying something 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. But this is not the first time John Virgo gets in trouble over the years. WebSnooker 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. 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. Being younger, you might put an emoji on the bottom of it, but how are you going to better it? When somebody misses an easy shot you can put your finger on why they did it. 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. Shaun Murphy commentated last year whilst still in the tournament. 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 The BBC are reportedly set to axe commentators John Virgo and Dennis Taylor after the 2023 World Snooker Championship. 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. 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. 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 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. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, John Virgo has worked as a commentator on BBC's Snooker coverage for 30 years, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). Should sports commentators be released because of their age? We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Facebook,TwitterandInstagram. Jim is a comic genius and yet he can't appear on television, because he has a black mark against his name. John Virgo is expecting the BBC to axe both him and Dennis Taylor from commentary duty after next year's World Snooker Championship. Snooker fans have vented their fury at the news that two legends of the sport are to be removed from BBC commentary. ICONIC Snooker commentator John Virgo has accepted the BBC's decision to replace him in 2023. Virgo, 76, has been integral to viewers ever since finishing his own professional career in 1994. 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. I understand that you get over a certain age and they want to try something different.. I'd say yer man shut up after that. Pigeons have been frequent visitors to Wimbledons service lines but it is believed to the first time they have invaded the Sheffield venue. The World Championship will be our last one. 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. But for some in attendance at the Crucible and those watching at home, BBC man Virgo is talking them through the action. His schedule is now full of exhibitions events and theatre shows so there is no sign of slowing down for the snooker veteran. Press J to jump to the feed. 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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I think thats definite. It will change, sooner rather than later, but I wont have any complaints because Ive enjoyed it., MORE : Judd Trump: The World Snooker Championship needs to move on from the Crucible, MORE : New tour card structure for 2022-23 snooker season announced by WST and WPBSA. a fifth wrote. "Please please please tell John Virgo to stop talking," one said. If you haven't listened to this week's episode yet, it's available from all good podcast providers. 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. 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. 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. I do like Ken Doherty's commentary but Virgo just never stops with the idiotic comments "Williams hasn't looked like missing anything you'd expect him to pot". 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. Please enter your username or email address to reset your password. WebBut the 76-year-old has revealed both he and Taylor will not be commentating on the snooker after 2023. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. But I understand, nothing lasts for ever, I understand that. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Apparently John Virgo is in Spain and might not be able to travel to the UK. He is the best of the lot. to the people watching on TV. Being younger, you might put an emoji on the bottom of it, but how are you going to better it? I'm pretty sure he's not saying "Kenny", but "Ken, eh? There will be a lot of memories there, memories from when we first went there in 77. Advertisement Where does John Virgo live now? Doesnt matter about the black. 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. 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. 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. Not my choice, theirs (the BBC). This incident has sparked outrage at the commentator who spoke while unknowingly being live on air. 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. I'm not going to go round on my hands and knees begging for a job. "For the love of God can you shut John Virgo up!" 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 6 comments 93% Upvoted This thread is archived New Let us know in the comments section. "I think theyre probably looking for people who are more in touch with the modern day player. WebJohn Virgo isn't commentating on the snooker, so how am I supposed to know WHERE THE CUE BALL'S GOING? The two snooker greats are battling it out at the Crucible this afternoon to be crowned 2019 world champion. I dont think the shots have changed, I dont think the mentality [has changed]. Virgo has no plans to retire anytime soon and still has a number of plans to keep busy, including commentating at the Seniors World Snooker Championship. Ha!Ha! 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. Virgo, 76, and Dennis Taylor were supposed to have one final hurrah at this Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. Although I think all players are the same arent they? He said: "I wouldnt have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner. 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. Not sure why it annoys me so much. A more pedestrian commentator there has never been. Anyone but Perry. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. He thought his mic was off but unfortunately it was still on. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. 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. 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. And 'Mr Perfection' has accepted the decision through gritted teeth. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. I've really liked how many of them have covered this tournament. 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. "Hes got tremendous cueing ability," said Virgo about Trump. Won the UK championship in 1979 and co-hosted big break in the late 80s and early 90s. Its not my decision, I love the game and everything else. He could be in London as a pundit with comms up in Sheffield? You know they can control the delay between live and near-live broadcast, right? Virgo lives in "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. In fact, before today's match the duo have battled it out in 196 frames over the years, both winning 98 each. 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. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. 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. 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. ". "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.". John Parrot is also better than Virgo. 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. Social media went crazy yesterday after the incident which sparked further debate on the commentator. I cant have any bad feelings. Maybe its a working-class attitude Ive been brought up with but theres b----- all I can do about it, so why get bothered? 2023 John Virgo Illness And Health Problems Update There had been rumours that John Virgo have gotten Parkinsons. The World Championship will be our last one. Veteran BBC snooker commentators John Virgo and Dennis Taylor are reportedly set to be dropped by the broadcaster next year. IMHO Virgo is a shite commentator who In all honesty is probably THE WORST commentator on ANY sport for stating the BLEEDING OBVIOUS. 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. The show propelled Virgo and his co-host Jim Davidson into the limelight and the pair performed pantomime together for eight years. Erik ten Hag provides update on permanent move for Marcel Sabitzer, Brazil star Vitor Roque deals blow to Arsenals transfer hopes with Barcelona declaration, Brentford striker Ivan Toney set for ban after pleading guilty to multiple betting charges, Takehiro Tomiyasu reveals what Arsenal teammates told him after his blunder, Jose Mourinho shown red card for third time this season after shock Roma loss, Judd Trump: The World Snooker Championship needs to move on from the Crucible, New tour card structure for 2022-23 snooker season announced by WST and WPBSA, Do not sell or share my personal information. Legendary snooker presenters John Virgo and Dennis Taylor are to be axed from BBC coverage from 2023. 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. "The John Virgo drinking game. It was definitely after the '92 final, because both players just went in-off and Virgo didn't react at all. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on https://twitter.com/SHendry775/status/1 7364228096, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radzi_Chinyanganya. 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". Ill be lucky to watch some f****** Match of the Day. So Ill just get on with what Im doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. Along with Dennis (Taylor) apparently. 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. Im past that. The news has enraged fans though, with @pf4u tweeting: "Terrible decision, John Virgo is a legend. 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