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 Its not my decision, I love the game and everything else. Asked about Trumps comments, Virgo said: I still think weve got something to offer. 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. But for some in attendance at the Crucible and those watching at home, BBC man Virgo is talking them through the action. The World Championship will be our last one. I'm not going to go round on my hands and knees begging for a job. Not my choice, theirs [the BBC]. Along with his commentary work, Virgo hosted Big Break for 11 years alongside comedian Jim Davidson. 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. "It was life-changing," Virgo added of the show. while @SimpletonOf sarcastically added: "Quite right BBC. I think theyre probably looking for people who are more in touch with the modern day player. When someone misses a ball at the end of a frame winning break and he always says the exact same thing every single time. But it appears his running commentary isn't for everyone. https://twitter.com/SHendry775/status/1 7364228096, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radzi_Chinyanganya. 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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. 2023 "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. The 70 year old r/snooker 41K subscribers maxington26 2 days ago I got access to the new GPT version of Bing. Looks like the BBC could have a commentator shortage with 2 commentators in the tournament. But I understand, nothing lasts for ever, I understand that. However, the Telegraph claim that Virgo and Taylor have been granted 'a stay of execution to 2023' by the BBC. If someones in a spot of botherDennis is the best line-drawer in the business, if someones in a snooker. 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 BBC pundit John Virgo joked wheres the pigeon going?. Higgins and Trump are going about their business with no distractions. Something went wrong, please try again later. Could this mean less inane chat than usual? "For the love of God can you shut John Virgo up!" John Virgo is presently living in Cobham, Surrey. 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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 Dennis Taylor has claimed that line now. So it will be hard, but as I say, nothing lasts forever, and Ill give it my best shot and that will be it. They play shots, theres not many shots that people play that I havent seen, you know. Although I think all players are the same arent they? 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 recognisable voice of snooker, Virgo has presented the sport since retiring in 1994, also appearing on the Big Break with Jim Davidson. 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. FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS - BEST NEW CUSTOMER OFFERS. "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. 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. Should sports commentators be released because of their age? Let us know in the comments section. 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. 19 comments 80% Upvoted This thread is archived The 75-year-old has become one of the Jim is a comic genius and yet he can't appear on television, because he has a black mark against his name. Maybe its a working-class attitude Ive been brought up with but theres b----- all I can do about it, so why get bothered? For more stories like this,check our sport page. For me, Virgo is fine, yeah sometimes he gets it wrong, but 100% accuracy is impossible in a live sporting environment where you can't just "rewind" what you said if it was wrong. This incident has sparked outrage at the commentator who spoke while unknowingly being live on air. 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 news has enraged fans though, with @pf4u tweeting: "Terrible decision, John Virgo is a legend. He wont catch on, its the wrong age group and certainly the wrong sport. 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. He told The Telegraph: "I wouldnt have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. He could be in London as a pundit with comms up in Sheffield? Back in September, Virgo revealed that the BBC had told him that this year's World Championship would be his last, along with Taylor. Im not going to go round on my hands and knees begging for a job. Back in September, Virgo revealed that the BBC There will be a lot of memories there, memories from when we first went there in 77. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. ", And he insists he's not going to waste time being bitter about the call: I cant have any bad feelings,: he added. In fact a number of fans have taken to social media to voice their concerns about Virgo, notably his insistence of shouting 'ton up!' Virgo, 76, has been integral to viewers ever since finishing his own professional career in 1994. 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. He is the best of the lot. to the people watching on TV. So I'll just get on with what I'm doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. "Hes got tremendous cueing ability," said Virgo about Trump. On Trumps comments, Virgo added: "I still think weve got something to offer. He appeared as a celebrity contestant on the short-lived Saturday night BBC light entertainment show Full Swing in 1996, however, he did not make the final. "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.". 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. 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. When somebody misses an easy shot you can put your finger on why they did it. 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 worked as a commentator since retiring in 1994. I can't have any bad feelings. But the snooker veteran hasn't always found it easy to beat Trump. Apparently John Virgo is in Spain and might not be able to travel to the UK. So Ill just get on with what Im doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. A pigeon even briefly stopped play at the midway through the second round match between Mark Selby and Yan Bingtao. 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. Social media went crazy yesterday after the incident which sparked further debate on the commentator. 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 I'd love Ken to pull him up for repeatedly calling him Kenny. His schedule is now full of exhibitions events and theatre shows so there is no sign of slowing down for the snooker veteran. 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. "I'm not sure I'm mentally prepared to keep listening to John Virgo hollering 'ton up'," one tweeted. View our online Press Pack. "Im not going to go round on my hands and knees begging for a job. If you haven't listened to this week's episode yet, it's available from all good podcast providers. 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. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Why is this happening??? Being younger, you might put an emoji on the bottom of it, but how are you going to better it? WebAs good as a player as Morgan was, he always sounds like an angry, drunk Welshman in the booth-other than being from Wales I cannot see he has any reason to be there, or at the Seniors commentating. "I think theyre probably looking for people who are more in touch with the modern day player. 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. 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. Ha!Ha! The former snooker player acknowledges the BBC's desire for fresh faces and younger voices. Something went wrong, please try again later. 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. By Amy Johnson The two snooker greats are battling for the 2019 championship in a repeat of the 2011 final at the Crucible. I understand that you get over a certain age and they want to try something different.. Snooker fans have vented their fury at the news that two legends of the sport are to be removed from BBC commentary. Who would want to hear the opinions of two well liked, engaging white men who know what they are talking about? You can only whinge if it makes us chuckle, Press J to jump to the feed. The former professional player said he would be trying something WebJohn Virgo isn't commentating on the snooker, so how am I supposed to know WHERE THE CUE BALL'S GOING? 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.. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. 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. He talks crap but is probably the most entertaining commentator. I just feel it's a waste of a talent. 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 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. I cant have any bad feelings. GBNEWS. 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. Change the coverage, the commentators who have been around a long time, change the way the game is spoken about.. Google took me to Wikipedia, which took brought me to Pot Black, thenJim 'nick, nick' Davidson.upvote anyway! 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. 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. John Virgo is said to be ' embarrassed and apologetic' after he was heard to swear during BBC One's coverage of World Snooker Championship. He comes out with a fair bit of waffle but he's part of the furniture. 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. 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. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Speaking to the same publication, Virgo said he does not have "any bad feelings" towards the broadcaster over their decision. I think thats definite. Need to understand. What the hell is the number in brackets after their names? 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". The show propelled Virgo and his co-host Jim Davidson into the limelight and the pair performed pantomime together for eight years. Doesnt matter about the black. Im not criticising the decision, I know nothing lasts for ever. Best known for his commentary lines such as wheres the cueball going! Snooker legends John Virgo and Dennis Taylor to be axed by BBC in coverage shake-up. WebI find it incredible that they pay John Virgo for the inane shite which spews out of his mouth while he is commentating. WebSo, I'm watching the old Crucible Classics on BBC and something I've noticed is John Virgo is commentating and he's not unbearable. Im past that. Being younger, you might put an emoji on the bottom of it, but how are you going to better it? The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Steve Edmonds goes behind the scenes at the Crucible and chats to legendary snooker commentator John Virgo in Sheffield. Does anyone remember? 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. It's understandable. 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. WebJohn Virgo From Lancashire England, former professional snooker player. There will be a lot of memories there, memories from when we first went there in 77. 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That infuriating habit of every sentence. Why is John Virgo not at snooker? Although I think all players are the same arent they? Not sure why it annoys me so much. My two main pet peeves of his that come to mind, When he says anything twice during a shot. ", 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.. ", @hen10freeman asked: "Are they being replaced by better pundits or just for the sake of it?" Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Veteran BBC snooker commentators John Virgo and Dennis Taylor are reportedly set to be dropped by the broadcaster next year. One snooker star will take the lead in the coming days, lifting the world championship in the process. ES do this cos their feed runs late.. not an option for A top class snooker player but he should leave his heeper jeeper nonsense in the playground with the 6 year olds, its out of place in snooker commentary. Also the comm boxes arent large enough to socially distance in from what I remember. 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). 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 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. 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 World Championship will be our last one. "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?". Listen to his betters and thats just about everyone, especially Hendry. Virgo lives in Report peckerdunne April 27, 2019 10:20 PM 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 Parrot is also better than Virgo. "I'm past that. 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 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. Something went wrong, please try again later. WebJohn Virgo is expecting the BBC to axe both him and Dennis Taylor from commentary duty after next year's World Snooker Championship. I think Hendry said he was at the studio in London. "If someones in a spot of botherDennis is the best line-drawer in the business, if someones in a snooker. "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. WebICONIC Snooker commentator John Virgo has accepted the BBC's decision to replace him in 2023. 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