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 We replaced Question of Sport in their slot and the viewing figures were better than they had from the first day. 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. If someones in a spot of botherDennis is the best line-drawer in the business, if someones in a snooker. I can't have any bad feelings. Anything confirmation of this? Veteran BBC snooker commentators John Virgo and Dennis Taylor are reportedly set to be dropped by the broadcaster next year. "Im not going to go round on my hands and knees begging for a job. 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. 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. 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. WebICONIC Snooker commentator John Virgo has accepted the BBC's decision to replace him in 2023. ", John Virgo has worked as a commentator since retiring in 1994. Also the comm boxes arent large enough to socially distance in from what I remember. WebICONIC Snooker commentator John Virgo has accepted the BBC's decision to replace him in 2023. 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. His schedule is now full of exhibitions events and theatre shows so there is no sign of slowing down for the snooker veteran. 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.. "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? This year's snooker world championships at the Crucible have been eventful for play on and off the table. "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. But I understand, nothing lasts for ever, I understand that.. Ha!Ha! 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. 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. I think theyre probably looking for people who are more in touch with the modern day player. Why is John Virgo not at snooker? 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. So it will be hard, but as I say, nothing lasts forever, and Ill give it my best shot and that will be it. WebCommentating will come from London similar to how Eurosport have done it for years. ! Willie Thorne From Leicester England, former professional snooker player. Anyone but Perry. Jamie Micklethwaite. By Amy Johnson 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 "For the love of God can you shut John Virgo up!" 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. "Thats the decision theyre making, so yeah, I havent really felt it at the moment but I probably will do come the World Championship. 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 ", And he insists he's not going to waste time being bitter about the call: I cant have any bad feelings,: he added. WebI find it incredible that they pay John Virgo for the inane shite which spews out of his mouth while he is commentating. Fox News own research team has warned colleagues not to trust some of the networks top commentators claims about Ukraine. If you haven't listened to this week's episode yet, it's available from all good podcast providers. Press J to jump to the feed. 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). This incident has sparked outrage at the commentator who spoke while unknowingly being live on air. Not sure why it annoys me so much. For other inquiries, Contact Us. "For those of you watching in black and white, the pink is next to the green.". When somebody misses an easy shot you can put your finger on why they did it. ", 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.. 6 comments 93% Upvoted This thread is archived New He is the best of the lot. 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. By When did he start to become annoying? 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. Google took me to Wikipedia, which took brought me to Pot Black, thenJim 'nick, nick' Davidson.upvote anyway! View our online Press Pack. Snooker fans have vented their fury at the news that two legends of the sport are to be removed from BBC commentary. That infuriating habit of every sentence. ", 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. There will be a lot of memories there, memories from when we first went there in 77. Listen to his betters and thats just about everyone, especially Hendry. "We were up against Blind Date and we were getting as many viewers. GBNEWS. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Virgo, 76, has been integral to viewers ever since finishing his own professional career in 1994. The former professional player said he would be trying something Im past that. ". Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Hopefully the COVID restrictions will mean no earpieces and commentators not straining to make the audience laugh. 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. 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 fact, before today's match the duo have battled it out in 196 frames over the years, both winning 98 each. WebI have just watched today's final session of Robertson v Higgins, with John Virgo & Steve Davis commentating. 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I dont think the shots have changed, I dont think the mentality [has changed]. 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. You can only whinge if it makes us chuckle, Press J to jump to the feed. Please enter your username or email address to reset your password. Not my choice, theirs (the BBC). We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. WebJohn Virgo From Lancashire England, former professional snooker player. Along with Dennis apparently. Let us know in the comments section. 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. Something went wrong, please try again later. FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS - BEST NEW CUSTOMER OFFERS. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Being younger, you might put an emoji on the bottom of it, but how are you going to better it? 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. IMHO Virgo is a shite commentator who In all honesty is probably THE WORST commentator on ANY sport for stating the BLEEDING OBVIOUS. 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. It was incredible. Does anyone remember? "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. 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? We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. He acts as a pundit and a comm though and that doesn't state which. ", which is gonna sound like Kenny I guess. The show propelled Virgo and his co-host Jim Davidson into the limelight and the pair performed pantomime together for eight years. The recognisable voice of snooker, Virgo has presented the sport since retiring in 1994, also appearing on the Big Break with Jim Davidson. 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". Yes we know John, stfu. WebJohn Virgo is expecting the BBC to axe both him and Dennis Taylor from commentary duty after next year's World Snooker Championship. Could this mean less inane chat than usual? 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