Not my choice, theirs [the BBC]. It was incredible. 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. while @SimpletonOf sarcastically added: "Quite right BBC. Its not my decision, I love the game and everything else. 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. 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. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Hes taken the red on here though!!. "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. "Hes got tremendous cueing ability," said Virgo about Trump. 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. "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.". 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. Facebook,TwitterandInstagram. "We were up against Blind Date and we were getting as many viewers. 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). And 'Mr Perfection' has accepted the decision through gritted teeth. This issue where John Virgo gets in trouble might see BBC reveal their long term plan with coverage of the snooker. Im not criticising the decision, I know nothing lasts for ever. 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. John Virgo Illness And Health Problems Update There had been rumours that John Virgo have gotten Parkinsons. The 70 year old The BBC are reportedly set to axe commentators John Virgo and Dennis Taylor after the 2023 World Snooker Championship. 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. As a player, Virgo featured in the first ever World Championship to be held at the Crucible in 1977, getting eliminated in the round of 16 by eventual winner John Spencer. When someone misses a ball at the end of a frame winning break and he always says the exact same thing every single time. 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. https://twitter.com/SHendry775/status/1 7364228096, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radzi_Chinyanganya. "Im not going to go round on my hands and knees begging for a job. WebJohn Virgo From Lancashire England, former professional snooker player. I think thats definite. "Pipe down John Virgo mate come on do the British public a favour," said another. 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 really like Ken. Im not criticising the decision, I know nothing lasts for ever. Its not my decision, I love the game and everything else. But for some in attendance at the Crucible and those watching at home, BBC man Virgo is talking them through the action. The 75-year-old has become one of the The show propelled Virgo and his co-host Jim Davidson into the limelight and the pair performed pantomime together for eight years. My two main pet peeves of his that come to mind, When he says anything twice during a shot. I do like Ken Doherty's Press J to jump to the feed. Does anyone remember? So it will be hard, but as I say, nothing lasts forever, and Ill give it my best shot and that will be it. The recognisable voice of snooker, Virgo has presented the sport since retiring in 1994, also appearing on the Big Break with Jim Davidson. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. ", 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.". to the people watching on TV. He told The Telegraph: "I wouldnt have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner. 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. There will be a lot of memories there, memories from when we first went there in 77. When somebody misses an easy shot you can put your finger on why they did it. WebJohn Virgo isn't commentating on the snooker, so how am I supposed to know WHERE THE CUE BALL'S GOING? The news has enraged fans though, with @pf4u tweeting: "Terrible decision, John Virgo is a legend. 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. 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. Snooker legends John Virgo and Dennis Taylor to be axed by BBC in coverage shake-up. John Parrot is also better than Virgo. WebThe BBC are reportedly set to axe commentators John Virgo and Dennis Taylor after the 2023 World Snooker Championship. "For those of you watching in black and white, the pink is next to the green.". 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 just feel it's a waste of a talent. WebJohn Virgo is expecting the BBC to axe both him and Dennis Taylor from commentary duty after next year's World Snooker Championship. For other inquiries, Contact Us. Could this mean less inane chat than usual? Why is John Virgo not at snooker? When somebody misses an easy shot you can put your finger on why they did it. Anything confirmation of this? ", 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. The World Championship will be our last one. Something went wrong, please try again later. 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. 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 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 Steve Edmonds goes behind the scenes at the Crucible and chats to legendary snooker commentator John Virgo in Sheffield. Virgo, 76, and Dennis Taylor were supposed to have one final hurrah at this John Virgo is presently living in Cobham, Surrey. FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS - BEST NEW CUSTOMER OFFERS. 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 it appears his running commentary isn't for everyone. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. We replaced Question of Sport in their slot and the viewing figures were better than they had from the first day. 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. 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. He talks crap but is probably the most entertaining commentator. 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. I can't have any bad feelings. BBC pundit John Virgo joked wheres the pigeon going?. 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. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Along with Dennis (Taylor) apparently. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. r/snooker 41K subscribers maxington26 2 days ago I got access to the new GPT version of Bing. Back in September, Virgo revealed that the BBC had told him that this year's World Championship would be his last, along with Taylor. Who would want to hear the opinions of two well liked, engaging white men who know what they are talking about? 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'd love Ken to pull him up for repeatedly calling him Kenny. GBNEWS. "I'm past that. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Radzi Chinyanganya (born 12 September 1987) is a British presenter, formerly of the BBC children's TV programme Blue Peter, from 2013 until 2019, and a co-presenter for the ITV game show Cannonball since 2017. "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?". ", And he insists he's not going to waste time being bitter about the call: I cant have any bad feelings,: he added. Let us know in the comments section. The two snooker greats are battling for the 2019 championship in a repeat of the 2011 final at the Crucible. I think Dennis Taylor has claimed that line now. C, A, C, cool as a cucumber". "It will change, sooner rather than later, but I wont have any complaints because Ive enjoyed it. I'm not going to go round on my hands and knees begging for a job. That infuriating habit of every sentence. 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. Virgo lives in By Amy Johnson 19 comments 80% Upvoted This thread is archived 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. 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. They play shots, theres not many shots that people play that I havent seen, you know. "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. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. 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 But no, I understand. 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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. View our online Press Pack. "But I've realised and it's taken me a long time to realise it not to get caught up in something you have no control of. This incident has sparked outrage at the commentator who spoke while unknowingly being live on air. 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. 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. But I understand, nothing lasts for ever, I understand that. But the 76-year-old has revealed both he and Taylor will not be commentating on the snooker after 2023. Snooker fans have vented their fury at the news that two legends of the sport are to be removed from BBC commentary. 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. Higgins won on that occasion, making it four world titles for the Scot. 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. Ill be lucky to watch some f****** Match of the Day. Fox News own research team has warned colleagues not to trust some of the networks top commentators claims about Ukraine. Change the coverage, the commentators who have been around a long time, change the way the game is spoken about.". So Ill just get on with what Im doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. 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. whenever one of Higgins or Trump makes a century break. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. If you haven't listened to this week's episode yet, it's available from all good podcast providers. 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