"If someones in a spot of botherDennis is the best line-drawer in the business, if someones in a snooker. Hes taken the red on here though. Virgo, 76, and Dennis Taylor were supposed to have one final hurrah at this Apparently John Virgo is in Spain and might not be able to travel to the UK. 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. But no, I understand. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. 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). "Maybe its a working-class attitude Ive been brought up with but theres b****r all I can do about it, so why get bothered?". It was incredible. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Virgo would love the show to return - if only to spark interest in a sport with a dwindling and ageing fanbase. Hes taken the red on here though!!. Google took me to Wikipedia, which took brought me to Pot Black, thenJim 'nick, nick' Davidson.upvote anyway! For other inquiries, Contact Us. A more pedestrian commentator there has never been. I dont think the shots have changed, I dont think the mentality [has changed]. 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"I wouldnt have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner," he told The Telegraph. He told The Telegraph: "I wouldnt have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner. "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.". GBNEWS. whenever one of Higgins or Trump makes a century break. He is the best of the lot. 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. 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. This incident has sparked outrage at the commentator who spoke while unknowingly being live on air. WebThe BBC are reportedly set to axe commentators John Virgo and Dennis Taylor after the 2023 World Snooker Championship. John Virgo is presently living in Cobham, Surrey. 19 comments 80% Upvoted This thread is archived 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. Although I think all players are the same arent they? 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. 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 Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. 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". 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. ", 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.. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. When someone misses a ball at the end of a frame winning break and he always says the exact same thing every single time. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. 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 think Dennis Taylor has claimed that line now. 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. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. 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. "The John Virgo drinking game. The former professional player said he would be trying something different rather than fighting his corner. When somebody misses an easy shot you can put your finger on why they did it. And 'Mr Perfection' has accepted the decision through gritted teeth. BBC is making a grave miscalculation here and obviously have not consulted the fans of the sport here. The World Championship will be our last one. "Thats the decision theyre making, so yeah, I havent really felt it at the moment but I probably will do come the World Championship. 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. Pigeons have been frequent visitors to Wimbledons service lines but it is believed to the first time they have invaded the Sheffield venue. Snooker legends John Virgo and Dennis Taylor to be axed by BBC in coverage shake-up. John Virgo is said to be ' embarrassed and apologetic' after he was heard to swear during BBC One's coverage of World Snooker Championship. "For the love of God can you shut John Virgo up!" But now Virgo has revealed that both he and Taylor, 73, will be stepped down next year. Im not criticising the decision, I know nothing lasts for ever. They play shots, theres not many shots that people play that I havent seen, you know. The 70 year old So Ill just get on with what Im doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. "I'm not sure I'm mentally prepared to keep listening to John Virgo hollering 'ton up'," one tweeted. Higgins won on that occasion, making it four world titles for the Scot. I think thats definite. They play shots, theres not many shots that people play that I havent seen, you know. 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. ", which is gonna sound like Kenny I guess. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. 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. 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. 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 recognisable voice of snooker, Virgo has presented the sport since retiring in 1994, also appearing on the Big Break with Jim Davidson. Scoop or whatever it is, I dont know, but thats what were getting, that this will be our last season. I think theyre probably looking for people who are more in touch with the modern day player. I really like Ken. He could be in London as a pundit with comms up in Sheffield? ES do this cos their feed runs late.. not an option for 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. 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. while @SimpletonOf sarcastically added: "Quite right BBC. ", John Virgo has worked as a commentator since retiring in 1994. WebI have just watched today's final session of Robertson v Higgins, with John Virgo & Steve Davis commentating. I'd love Ken to pull him up for repeatedly calling him Kenny. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. WebICONIC Snooker commentator John Virgo has accepted the BBC's decision to replace him in 2023. The two snooker greats are battling it out at the Crucible this afternoon to be crowned 2019 world champion. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. I think thats definite. Hopefully the COVID restrictions will mean no earpieces and commentators not straining to make the audience laugh. Im not going to go round on my hands and knees begging for a job. He comes out with a fair bit of waffle but he's part of the furniture. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. 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 When somebody misses an easy shot you can put your finger on why they did it. The World Championship will be our last one. I find it incredible that they pay John Virgo for the inane shite which spews out of his mouth while he is commentating. WebJohn Virgo isn't commentating on the snooker, so how am I supposed to know WHERE THE CUE BALL'S GOING? "For those of you watching in black and white, the pink is next to the green.". WebICONIC Snooker commentator John Virgo has accepted the BBC's decision to replace him in 2023. "But no, I understand. 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 Im past that. Change the coverage, the commentators who have been around a long time, change the way the game is spoken about.. BBC pundit John Virgo joked wheres the pigeon going?. Does anyone remember? 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. 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