By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. ", which is gonna sound like Kenny I guess. 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 wouldnt have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner," he told The Telegraph. I'd love Ken to pull him up for repeatedly calling him Kenny. 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. 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. Jim is a comic genius and yet he can't appear on television, because he has a black mark against his name. But I understand, nothing lasts for ever, I understand that. John Parrot is also better than Virgo. 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!" This year's snooker world championships at the Crucible have been eventful for play on and off the table. IMHO Virgo is a shite commentator who In all honesty is probably THE WORST commentator on ANY sport for stating the BLEEDING OBVIOUS. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Maybe its a working-class attitude Ive been brought up with but theres b----- all I can do about it, so why get bothered? Jamie Micklethwaite. C, A, C, cool as a cucumber". It was definitely after the '92 final, because both players just went in-off and Virgo didn't react at all. I think it was mentioned on the Snooker Scene podcast yesterday. 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. I've really liked how many of them have covered this tournament. 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. 2023 Along with Dennis (Taylor) apparently. Something went wrong, please try again later. 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. 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. You know they can control the delay between live and near-live broadcast, right? I cant have any bad feelings. But now Virgo has revealed that both he and Taylor, 73, will be stepped down next year. However, the Telegraph claim that Virgo and Taylor have been granted 'a stay of execution to 2023' by the BBC. Higgins won on that occasion, making it four world titles for the Scot. Apparently John Virgo is in Spain and might not be able to travel to the UK. 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 This incident has sparked outrage at the commentator who spoke while unknowingly being live on air. John Virgo is presently living in Cobham, Surrey. 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. When someone misses a ball at the end of a frame winning break and he always says the exact same thing every single time. 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 The 70 year old 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. 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. It's understandable. BBC pundit John Virgo joked wheres the pigeon going?. Should sports commentators be released because of their age? I understand that you get over a certain age and they want to try something different.. "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. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. "Hes got tremendous cueing ability," said Virgo about Trump. I dont think the shots have changed, I dont think the mentality [has changed]. He talks crap but is probably the most entertaining commentator. Why do you think the BBC can't do similar? 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. ", 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.". 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. Its not my decision, I love the game and everything else. 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 Virgo, 76, has been integral to viewers ever since finishing his own professional career in 1994. We replaced Question of Sport in their slot and the viewing figures were better than they had from the first day. 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. 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. 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. It was incredible. I cant have any bad feelings. to the people watching on TV. 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. WebI have just watched today's final session of Robertson v Higgins, with John Virgo & Steve Davis commentating. Change the coverage, the commentators who have been around a long time, change the way the game is spoken about.". Fox News own research team has warned colleagues not to trust some of the networks top commentators claims about Ukraine. My two main pet peeves of his that come to mind, When he says anything twice during a shot. Steve Edmonds goes behind the scenes at the Crucible and chats to legendary snooker commentator John Virgo in Sheffield. 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. WebCommentating will come from London similar to how Eurosport have done it for years. 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. "I'm past that. 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 John Virgo is expecting the BBC to axe both him and Dennis Taylor from commentary duty after next year's World Snooker Championship. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. He said: "I wouldnt have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner. 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. I think thats definite. So I'll just get on with what I'm doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. 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WebJohn Virgo isn't commentating on the snooker, so how am I supposed to know WHERE THE CUE BALL'S GOING? "I'm not sure I'm mentally prepared to keep listening to John Virgo hollering 'ton up'," one tweeted. "It was life-changing," Virgo added of the show. So Ill just get on with what Im doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. For other inquiries, Contact Us. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. "Im not going to go round on my hands and knees begging for a job. On Trumps comments, Virgo added: "I still think weve got something to offer. The former professional player said he would be trying something In fact a number of fans have taken to social media to voice their concerns about Virgo, notably his insistence of shouting 'ton up!' The two snooker greats are battling it out at the Crucible this afternoon to be crowned 2019 world champion. 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 comes out with a fair bit of waffle but he's part of the furniture. John Virgo Illness And Health Problems Update There had been rumours that John Virgo have gotten Parkinsons. The former professional player said he would be trying something different rather than fighting his corner. For more stories like this,check our sport page. Anything confirmation of this? They play shots, theres not many shots that people play that I havent seen, you know. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. The show propelled Virgo and his co-host Jim Davidson into the limelight and the pair performed pantomime together for eight years. Scoop or whatever it is, I dont know, but thats what were getting, that this will be our last season. Speaking to the same publication, Virgo said he does not have "any bad feelings" towards the broadcaster over their decision. A more pedestrian commentator there has never been. Im not criticising the decision, I know nothing lasts for ever. So Ill just get on with what Im doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. When somebody misses an easy shot you can put your finger on why they did it. ! Willie Thorne From Leicester England, former professional snooker player. 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. WebICONIC Snooker commentator John Virgo has accepted the BBC's decision to replace him in 2023. https://twitter.com/SHendry775/status/1 7364228096, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radzi_Chinyanganya. 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. I think Hendry said he was at the studio in London. Need to understand. r/snooker 41K subscribers maxington26 2 days ago I got access to the new GPT version of Bing. 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. Veteran BBC snooker commentators John Virgo and Dennis Taylor are reportedly set to be dropped by the broadcaster next year. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. Google took me to Wikipedia, which took brought me to Pot Black, thenJim 'nick, nick' Davidson.upvote anyway! 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. Press J to jump to the feed. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Not my choice, theirs [the BBC]. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Ill be lucky to watch some f****** Match of the Day. WebI find it incredible that they pay John Virgo for the inane shite which spews out of his mouth while he is commentating. Virgo, 76, and Dennis Taylor were supposed to have one final hurrah at this 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. Being younger, you might put an emoji on the bottom of it, but how are you going to better it? "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. Asked about Trumps comments, Virgo said: I still think weve got something to offer. "It will change, sooner rather than later, but I wont have any complaints because Ive enjoyed it. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. "The John Virgo drinking game. 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.. 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. Looks like the BBC could have a commentator shortage with 2 commentators in the tournament. while @SimpletonOf sarcastically added: "Quite right BBC. 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 BBC are reportedly set to axe commentators John Virgo and Dennis Taylor after the 2023 World Snooker Championship. One snooker star will take the lead in the coming days, lifting the world championship in the process. Snooker legends John Virgo and Dennis Taylor to be axed by BBC in coverage shake-up. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. 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