"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? When somebody misses an easy shot you can put your finger on why they did it. So Ill just get on with what Im doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. 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. Steve Edmonds goes behind the scenes at the Crucible and chats to legendary snooker commentator John Virgo in Sheffield. He thought his mic was off but unfortunately it was still on. The two snooker greats are battling for the 2019 championship in a repeat of the 2011 final at the Crucible. Along with his commentary work, Virgo hosted Big Break for 11 years alongside comedian Jim Davidson. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. "If someones in a spot of botherDennis is the best line-drawer in the business, if someones in a snooker. 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. Although I think all players are the same arent they? Hes taken the red on here though!!. 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. 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. They play shots, theres not many shots that people play that I havent seen, you know. He told The Telegraph: "I wouldnt have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Back in September, Virgo revealed that the BBC had told him that this year's World Championship would be his last, along with Taylor. 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. The recognisable voice of snooker, Virgo has presented the sport since retiring in 1994, also appearing on the Big Break with Jim Davidson. Best known for his commentary lines such as wheres the cueball going! "The John Virgo drinking game. Pigeons have been frequent visitors to Wimbledons service lines but it is believed to the first time they have invaded the Sheffield venue. 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. But it appears his running commentary isn't for everyone. "It will change, sooner rather than later, but I wont have any complaints because Ive enjoyed it. 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. The 70 year old commentator was heard sayingI wanted to watch a bit of racing this afternoon. Need to understand. WebI have just watched today's final session of Robertson v Higgins, with John Virgo & Steve Davis commentating. C, A, C, cool as a cucumber". ES do this cos their feed runs late.. not an option for Snooker legends John Virgo and Dennis Taylor to be axed by BBC in coverage shake-up. Although I think all players are the same arent they? When somebody misses an easy shot you can put your finger on why they did it. ", which is gonna sound like Kenny I guess. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. r/snooker 41K subscribers maxington26 2 days ago I got access to the new GPT version of Bing. 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. Report peckerdunne April 27, 2019 10:20 PM 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 show propelled Virgo and his co-host Jim Davidson into the limelight and the pair performed pantomime together for eight years. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. He wont catch on, its the wrong age group and certainly the wrong sport. WebI find it incredible that they pay John Virgo for the inane shite which spews out of his mouth while he is commentating. His schedule is now full of exhibitions events and theatre shows so there is no sign of slowing down for the snooker veteran. Press J to jump to the feed. 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. while @SimpletonOf sarcastically added: "Quite right BBC. So Ill just get on with what Im doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. And 'Mr Perfection' has accepted the decision through gritted teeth. 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. FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS - BEST NEW CUSTOMER OFFERS. 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 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. But no, I understand. 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. I can't have any bad feelings. Change the coverage, the commentators who have been around a long time, change the way the game is spoken about.. There will be a lot of memories there, memories from when we first went there in 77. But I understand, nothing lasts for ever, I understand that.. WebBut the 76-year-old has revealed both he and Taylor will not be commentating on the snooker after 2023. "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.". I understand that you get over a certain age and they want to try something different. 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. Jamie Micklethwaite. He is the best of the lot. to the people watching on TV. Im past that. 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. 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 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'd love Ken to pull him up for repeatedly calling him Kenny. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. The former professional player said he would be trying something different rather than fighting his corner. 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. "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. 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. View our online Press Pack. "Hes got tremendous cueing ability," said Virgo about Trump. 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. "I'm past that. ICONIC Snooker commentator John Virgo has accepted the BBC's decision to replace him in 2023. Doesnt matter about the black. JV was like a different person than this morning. In fact a number of fans have taken to social media to voice their concerns about Virgo, notably his insistence of shouting 'ton up!' WebJohn Virgo is expecting the BBC to axe both him and Dennis Taylor from commentary duty after next year's World Snooker Championship. Maybe its a working-class attitude Ive been brought up with but theres b******s all I can do about it, so why get bothered? WebJohn Virgo (born 3 March 1946, in Salford, Lancashire, England) is an English former professional snooker player and more recently a snooker commentator and TV personality. It's understandable. 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. 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. Virgo, 76, and Dennis Taylor were supposed to have one final hurrah at this Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. John Parrot is also better than Virgo. Asked about Trumps comments, Virgo said: I still think weve got something to offer. The 70 year old Does anyone remember? Im past that. "I'm not sure I'm mentally prepared to keep listening to John Virgo hollering 'ton up'," one tweeted. The news has enraged fans though, with @pf4u tweeting: "Terrible decision, John Virgo is a legend. "Pipe down John Virgo mate come on do the British public a favour," said another. However, the Telegraph claim that Virgo and Taylor have been granted 'a stay of execution to 2023' by the BBC. I cant have any bad feelings. WebICONIC Snooker commentator John Virgo has accepted the BBC's decision to replace him in 2023. 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. Virgo would love the show to return - if only to spark interest in a sport with a dwindling and ageing fanbase. 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 The World Championship will be our last one. 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. "It was life-changing," Virgo added of the show. John Virgo is expecting the BBC to axe both him and Dennis Taylor from commentary duty after next year's World Snooker Championship. Being younger, you might put an emoji on the bottom of it, but how are you going to better it? You can only whinge if it makes us chuckle, Press J to jump to the feed. Could this mean less inane chat than usual? ", 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.". I think thats definite. If you haven't listened to this week's episode yet, it's available from all good podcast providers. "We were up against Blind Date and we were getting as many viewers. This year's snooker world championships at the Crucible have been eventful for play on and off the table. 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. Veteran BBC snooker commentators John Virgo and Dennis Taylor are reportedly set to be dropped by the broadcaster next year. 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. "Scoop or whatever it is, I dont know, but thats what were getting, that this will be our last season. 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. Won the UK championship in 1979 and co-hosted big break in the late 80s and early 90s. a fifth wrote. But this is not the first time John Virgo gets in trouble over the years. Something went wrong, please try again later. 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. 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. 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. 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. He talks crap but is probably the most entertaining commentator. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. Change the coverage, the commentators who have been around a long time, change the way the game is spoken about.". 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. What the hell is the number in brackets after their names? We replaced Question of Sport in their slot and the viewing figures were better than they had from the first day. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. They play shots, theres not many shots that people play that I havent seen, you know. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. 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. I just feel it's a waste of a talent. Virgo, 76, and Dennis Taylor were supposed to have one final hurrah at this I think theyre probably looking for people who are more in touch with the modern day player. Why do you think the BBC can't do similar? Not sure why it annoys me so much. 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. ", 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. 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. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. 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. "But no, I understand. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Jim is a comic genius and yet he can't appear on television, because he has a black mark against his name. 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. 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 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. 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 Something went wrong, please try again later. 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But now Virgo has revealed that both he and Taylor, 73, will be stepped down next year. By Amy Johnson But the snooker veteran hasn't always found it easy to beat Trump. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. 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. Apparently John Virgo is in Spain and might not be able to travel to the UK. "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 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. Please enter your username or email address to reset your password. In fact, before today's match the duo have battled it out in 196 frames over the years, both winning 98 each. John Virgo is presently living in Cobham, Surrey. Hes taken the red on here though. Along with Dennis (Taylor) apparently. Hopefully the COVID restrictions will mean no earpieces and commentators not straining to make the audience laugh. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. I'm not going to go round on my hands and knees begging for a job. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. The 75-year-old has become one of the Im not criticising the decision, I know nothing lasts for ever. He said: "I wouldnt have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner. 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 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. I cant have any bad feelings. ", And he insists he's not going to waste time being bitter about the call: I cant have any bad feelings,: he added. 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. 2023 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. "Im not going to go round on my hands and knees begging for a job. 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. Should sports commentators be released because of their age? 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