Something went wrong, please try again later. a fifth wrote. Not my choice, theirs [the BBC]. Snooker legends John Virgo and Dennis Taylor to be axed by BBC in coverage shake-up. 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. Im past that. He could be in London as a pundit with comms up in Sheffield? Its not my decision, I love the game and everything else. Facebook,TwitterandInstagram. I'm not going to go round on my hands and knees begging for a job. "I'm past that. But no, I understand. 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. Not sure why it annoys me so much. 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. 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 understand that you get over a certain age and they want to try something different. 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. 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 Im past that. "But no, I understand. 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. Best known for his commentary lines such as wheres the cueball going! 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 is probably one of the very worst commentators in any sport for my money, someone needs to tell him his job is to commentate, not opinionate at every given chance. Last month, BBC commentator Virgo told the Talking Snooker podcast that he thought Trump was "disappointing" last season. 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. So Ill just get on with what Im doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Im not going to go round on my hands and knees begging for a job. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on ", 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.. 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. John Virgo has paid an emotional tribute to his close friend and colleague Willie Thorne, who passed away on Wednesday aged 66. ", John Virgo has worked as a commentator since retiring in 1994. That infuriating habit of every sentence. WebICONIC Snooker commentator John Virgo has accepted the BBC's decision to replace him in 2023. Along with his commentary work, Virgo hosted Big Break for 11 years alongside comedian Jim Davidson. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. "We were up against Blind Date and we were getting as many viewers. 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 It was definitely after the '92 final, because both players just went in-off and Virgo didn't react at all. He is the best of the lot. There will be a lot of memories there, memories from when we first went there in 77. while @SimpletonOf sarcastically added: "Quite right BBC. Change the coverage, the commentators who have been around a long time, change the way the game is spoken about.". Asked about Trumps comments, Virgo said: I still think weve got something to offer. When did he start to become annoying? 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. But I understand, nothing lasts for ever, I understand that.. 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. The former snooker player acknowledges the BBC's desire for fresh faces and younger voices. 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). I cant have any bad feelings. Virgo, 76, and Dennis Taylor were supposed to have one final hurrah at this 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 WebCommentating will come from London similar to how Eurosport have done it for years. Could this mean less inane chat than usual? With most of the BBC snooker commentators ageing, BBC doesnt really seem to be bringing new younger commentators it would seem. "Hes got tremendous cueing ability," said Virgo about Trump. So it will be hard, but as I say, nothing lasts forever, and Ill give it my best shot and that will be it. But this is not the first time John Virgo gets in trouble over the years. Snooker 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 recognisable voice of snooker, Virgo has presented the sport since retiring in 1994, also appearing on the Big Break with Jim Davidson. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. 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. "Please please please tell John Virgo to stop talking," one said. Along with Dennis (Taylor) apparently. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Higgins won on that occasion, making it four world titles for the Scot. I dont think the shots have changed, I dont think the mentality [has changed]. 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. GBNEWS. "I wouldn't have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner," Virgo said. 2023 WebI find it incredible that they pay John Virgo for the inane shite which spews out of his mouth while he is commentating. They play shots, theres not many shots that people play that I havent seen, you know. ", 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. 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. I enjoyed Jack Losowski yesterday too. Fox News own research team has warned colleagues not to trust some of the networks top commentators claims about Ukraine. He said: "I wouldnt have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner. I think Dennis Taylor has claimed that line now. BBC pundit John Virgo joked wheres the pigeon going?. John Virgo is expecting the BBC to axe both him and Dennis Taylor from commentary duty after next year's World Snooker Championship. 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. I've really liked how many of them have covered this tournament. 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 is expecting the BBC to axe both him and Dennis Taylor from commentary duty after next year's World Snooker Championship. If someones in a spot of botherDennis is the best line-drawer in the business, if someones in a snooker. 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. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. 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. You can only whinge if it makes us chuckle, Press J to jump to the feed. ", which is gonna sound like Kenny I guess. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Does anyone remember? You know they can control the delay between live and near-live broadcast, right? 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. This incident has sparked outrage at the commentator who spoke while unknowingly being live on air. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. "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. I just feel it's a waste of a talent. Lol i thought it was just me, not to mention his constant wheres the cueball going?.. having said that shaun murphy is far more annoying recently. Scoop or whatever it is, I dont know, but thats what were getting, that this will be our last season. I'm pretty sure he's not saying "Kenny", but "Ken, eh? 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. I do like Ken Doherty's Press J to jump to the feed. Ha!Ha! This year's snooker world championships at the Crucible have been eventful for play on and off the table. 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. ". 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. I understand that you get over a certain age and they want to try something different.. Im not criticising the decision, I know nothing lasts for ever. 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. Judd Trump has risked reigniting a spat with popular BBC commentator John Virgo by claiming the veteran pundit does not do enough homework on the current crop of players or what happens outside the broadcasters three televised marquee tournaments. "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? ICONIC Snooker commentator John Virgo has accepted the BBC's decision to replace him in 2023. There will be a lot of memories there, memories from when we first went there in 77. 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 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. So Ill just get on with what Im doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. 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 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. 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. We replaced Question of Sport in their slot and the viewing figures were better than they had from the first day. He wont catch on, its the wrong age group and certainly the wrong sport. 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. John Parrot is also better than Virgo. In fact a number of fans have taken to social media to voice their concerns about Virgo, notably his insistence of shouting 'ton up!' 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. Steve Edmonds goes behind the scenes at the Crucible and chats to legendary snooker commentator John Virgo in Sheffield. 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". 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. FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS - BEST NEW CUSTOMER OFFERS. The World Championship will be our last one. 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. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. The World Championship will be our last one. 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. View our online Press Pack. Anything confirmation of this? The former professional player said he would be trying something different rather than fighting his corner. 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. The BBC are reportedly set to axe commentators John Virgo and Dennis Taylor after the 2023 World Snooker Championship. Although I think all players are the same arent they? The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. Hes taken the red on here though. The two snooker greats are battling for the 2019 championship in a repeat of the 2011 final at the Crucible. 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. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. 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. Virgo lives in 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. "I'm not sure I'm mentally prepared to keep listening to John Virgo hollering 'ton up'," one tweeted. Higgins and Trump are going about their business with no distractions. Also the comm boxes arent large enough to socially distance in from what I remember. He acts as a pundit and a comm though and that doesn't state which. "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.". 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. 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. Not my choice, theirs (the BBC). "The John Virgo drinking game. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. I really like Ken. 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. "For the love of God can you shut John Virgo up!" This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. One snooker star will take the lead in the coming days, lifting the world championship in the process. John Virgo Illness And Health Problems Update There had been rumours that John Virgo have gotten Parkinsons. Ill be lucky to watch some f****** Match of the Day. WebJohn Virgo isn't commentating on the snooker, so how am I supposed to know WHERE THE CUE BALL'S GOING? 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. "Im not going to go round on my hands and knees begging for a job. Google took me to Wikipedia, which took brought me to Pot Black, thenJim 'nick, nick' Davidson.upvote anyway! I cant have any bad feelings. WebThe BBC are reportedly set to axe commentators John Virgo and Dennis Taylor after the 2023 World Snooker Championship. Why do you think the BBC can't do similar? As always you can unsubscribe at any time. 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 Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. He talks crap but is probably the most entertaining commentator. Let us know in the comments section. 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. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Virgo would love the show to return - if only to spark interest in a sport with a dwindling and ageing fanbase. I can't have any bad feelings. The show propelled Virgo and his co-host Jim Davidson into the limelight and the pair performed pantomime together for eight years. 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. 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. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. And 'Mr Perfection' has accepted the decision through gritted teeth. 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. His schedule is now full of exhibitions events and theatre shows so there is no sign of slowing down for the snooker veteran. When someone misses a ball at the end of a frame winning break and he always says the exact same thing every single time. "Pipe down John Virgo mate come on do the British public a favour," said another. Something went wrong, please try again later. WebJohn Virgo From Lancashire England, former professional snooker player. 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. Why is John Virgo not at snooker? 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