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. 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. 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. ", Virgo, whose playing career peaked in 1979 when he won the UK Championship, did conced that he could see the reasoning behind the BBC's decision: "I understand that you get over a certain age and they want to try something different. 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. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. 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. 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. ", which is gonna sound like Kenny I guess. Need to understand. So Ill just get on with what Im doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. Along with Dennis (Taylor) apparently. 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. 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. I understand that you get over a certain age and they want to try something different.. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. "We were up against Blind Date and we were getting as many viewers. "For those of you watching in black and white, the pink is next to the green.". 6 comments 93% Upvoted This thread is archived New On Trumps comments, Virgo added: "I still think weve got something to offer. a fifth wrote. WebICONIC Snooker commentator John Virgo has accepted the BBC's decision to replace him in 2023. Yes we know John, stfu. Report peckerdunne April 27, 2019 10:20 PM We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. while @SimpletonOf sarcastically added: "Quite right BBC. He comes out with a fair bit of waffle but he's part of the furniture. 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 Virgo would love the show to return - if only to spark interest in a sport with a dwindling and ageing fanbase. 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 He wont catch on, its the wrong age group and certainly the wrong sport. When did he start to become annoying? 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. The former UK champion first played at the Crucible in the first year the venue hosted the World Championship in 1977 and it is a venue filled with fond memories for him. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Jamie Micklethwaite. 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. ES do this cos their feed runs late.. not an option for WebCommentating will come from London similar to how Eurosport have done it for years. The news has enraged fans though, with @pf4u tweeting: "Terrible decision, John Virgo is a legend. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. 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? This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Previously he presented Wild on CBBC and was also the host of Match of the Day Kickabout from 2013 until 2014, when Ben Shires took over. I dont think the shots have changed, I dont think the mentality [has changed]. Press J to jump to the feed. Jim is a comic genius and yet he can't appear on television, because he has a black mark against his name. 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. 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. WebJohn Virgo isn't commentating on the snooker, so how am I supposed to know WHERE THE CUE BALL'S GOING? ", And he insists he's not going to waste time being bitter about the call: I cant have any bad feelings,: he added. Advertisement Where does John Virgo live now? Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. 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. I think it was mentioned on the Snooker Scene podcast yesterday. I think theyre probably looking for people who are more in touch with the modern day player. 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Why do you think the BBC can't do similar? By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Change the coverage, the commentators who have been around a long time, change the way the game is spoken about.. whenever one of Higgins or Trump makes a century break. 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 show propelled Virgo and his co-host Jim Davidson into the limelight and the pair performed pantomime together for eight years. Ill be lucky to watch some f****** Match of the Day. Im not criticising the decision, I know nothing lasts for ever. But now Virgo has revealed that both he and Taylor, 73, will be stepped down next year. WebI have just watched today's final session of Robertson v Higgins, with John Virgo & Steve Davis commentating. John Parrot is also better than Virgo. 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. Something went wrong, please try again later. ". To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. 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.. In 2016, the Northern Irishman was rushed to hospital midway through the world tournament in Sheffield whilst working as a pundit. Although I think all players are the same arent they? Best known for his commentary lines such as wheres the cueball going! 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. Being younger, you might put an emoji on the bottom of it, but how are you going to better it? A pigeon even briefly stopped play at the midway through the second round match between Mark Selby and Yan Bingtao. Ha!Ha! 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. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. John Virgo is expecting the BBC to axe both him and Dennis Taylor from commentary duty after next year's World Snooker Championship. It was incredible. "I wouldnt have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner," he told The Telegraph. Who would want to hear the opinions of two well liked, engaging white men who know what they are talking about? With most of the BBC snooker commentators ageing, BBC doesnt really seem to be bringing new younger commentators it would seem. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. John Virgo is presently living in Cobham, Surrey. This issue where John Virgo gets in trouble might see BBC reveal their long term plan with coverage of the snooker. Snooker legends John Virgo and Dennis Taylor to be axed by BBC in coverage shake-up. 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. Pigeons have been frequent visitors to Wimbledons service lines but it is believed to the first time they have invaded the Sheffield venue. WebJohn Virgo From Lancashire England, former professional snooker player. FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS - BEST NEW CUSTOMER OFFERS. 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. If someones in a spot of botherDennis is the best line-drawer in the business, if someones in a snooker. 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 So I'll just get on with what I'm doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. Asked about Trumps comments, Virgo said: I still think weve got something to offer. The two snooker greats are battling for the 2019 championship in a repeat of the 2011 final at the Crucible. 19 comments 80% Upvoted This thread is archived It's understandable. Google took me to Wikipedia, which took brought me to Pot Black, thenJim 'nick, nick' Davidson.upvote anyway! Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. 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. "I'm past that. But it appears his running commentary isn't for everyone. Looks like the BBC could have a commentator shortage with 2 commentators in the tournament. 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. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Apparently John Virgo is in Spain and might not be able to travel to the UK. 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. 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 His schedule is now full of exhibitions events and theatre shows so there is no sign of slowing down for the snooker veteran. The World Championship, played from 16 April-2 May, will likely represent the end of an era for two of the most significant commentators the sport has had, and Virgo says it will be hard to deal with when it comes around. "Pipe down John Virgo mate come on do the British public a favour," said another. Hes taken the red on here though. BBC pundit John Virgo joked wheres the pigeon going?. They play shots, theres not many shots that people play that I havent seen, you know. "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. Something went wrong, please try again later. Speaking to the same publication, Virgo said he does not have "any bad feelings" towards the broadcaster over their decision. Arrogant ex-Leeds United player who raped girl, 17, jailed for 17 years, Man Utd legend Roy Keane surprises Laura Woods live on ITV with comment, Paralysed ex-Spanish footballer Novo dies at 32 after being 'hit by a train', Brentford star Ivan Toney pleads guilty to multiple betting breaches, News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. 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. "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. Something went wrong, please try again later. "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.". This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Please enter your username or email address to reset your password. 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. We replaced Question of Sport in their slot and the viewing figures were better than they had from the first day. John Virgo is said to be ' embarrassed and apologetic' after he was heard to swear during BBC One's coverage of World Snooker Championship. 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. He talks crap but is probably the most entertaining commentator. The BBC are reportedly set to axe commentators John Virgo and Dennis Taylor after the 2023 World Snooker Championship. I think thats definite. I'm not going to go round on my hands and knees begging for a job. He thought his mic was off but unfortunately it was still on. I think Dennis Taylor has claimed that line now. "It was life-changing," Virgo added of the show. I've really liked how many of them have covered this tournament. Social media went crazy yesterday after the incident which sparked further debate on the commentator. I enjoyed Jack Losowski yesterday too. 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. There will be a lot of memories there, memories from when we first went there in 77. 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. The two snooker greats are battling it out at the Crucible this afternoon to be crowned 2019 world champion. My two main pet peeves of his that come to mind, When he says anything twice during a shot. If you haven't listened to this week's episode yet, it's available from all good podcast providers. 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". Snooker fans have vented their fury at the news that two legends of the sport are to be removed from BBC commentary. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Legendary snooker presenters John Virgo and Dennis Taylor are to be axed from BBC coverage from 2023. 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. 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 A more pedestrian commentator there has never been. But the 76-year-old has revealed both he and Taylor will not be commentating on the snooker after 2023. So it will be hard, but as I say, nothing lasts forever, and Ill give it my best shot and that will be it. Could this mean less inane chat than usual? WebI find it incredible that they pay John Virgo for the inane shite which spews out of his mouth while he is commentating. Hopefully the COVID restrictions will mean no earpieces and commentators not straining to make the audience laugh. 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. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. I really like Ken. 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. I just feel it's a waste of a talent. Higgins won on that occasion, making it four world titles for the Scot. Not my choice, theirs (the BBC). 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. to the people watching on TV. 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. There will be a lot of memories there, memories from when we first went there in 77. 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 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. I'm pretty sure he's not saying "Kenny", but "Ken, eh? But I understand, nothing lasts for ever, I understand that.. But no, I understand. When somebody misses an easy shot you can put your finger on why they did it. Let us know in the comments section. "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. "Thats the decision theyre making, so yeah, I havent really felt it at the moment but I probably will do come the World Championship. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Its not my decision, I love the game and everything else. For other inquiries, Contact Us. Why is this happening??? 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. Scoop or whatever it is, I dont know, but thats what were getting, that this will be our last season. "For the love of God can you shut John Virgo up!" But for some in attendance at the Crucible and those watching at home, BBC man Virgo is talking them through the action. John Virgo has paid an emotional tribute to his close friend and colleague Willie Thorne, who passed away on Wednesday aged 66. The recognisable voice of snooker, Virgo has presented the sport since retiring in 1994, also appearing on the Big Break with Jim Davidson. He said: "I wouldnt have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner. This year's snooker world championships at the Crucible have been eventful for play on and off the table. "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. "If someones in a spot of botherDennis is the best line-drawer in the business, if someones in a snooker. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Its not my decision, I love the game and everything else. This incident has sparked outrage at the commentator who spoke while unknowingly being live on air. 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