BBC is making a grave miscalculation here and obviously have not consulted the fans of the sport here. It was incredible. Social media went crazy yesterday after the incident which sparked further debate on the commentator. A more pedestrian commentator there has never been. But this is not the first time John Virgo gets in trouble over the years. 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. 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 means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. The two snooker greats are battling for the 2019 championship in a repeat of the 2011 final at the Crucible. John Parrot is also better than Virgo. 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. 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. 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 However, the Telegraph claim that Virgo and Taylor have been granted 'a stay of execution to 2023' by the BBC. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. 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. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. I dont think the shots have changed, I dont think the mentality [has changed]. 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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 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 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". 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. In fact, before today's match the duo have battled it out in 196 frames over the years, both winning 98 each. View our online Press Pack. 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 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 GBNEWS. A pigeon even briefly stopped play at the midway through the second round match between Mark Selby and Yan Bingtao. I think Dennis Taylor has claimed that line now. Press J to jump to the feed. We replaced Question of Sport in their slot and the viewing figures were better than they had from the first day. Im past that. Listen to his betters and thats just about everyone, especially Hendry. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Something went wrong, please try again later. "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.". 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 "Please please please tell John Virgo to stop talking," one said. 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. Please enter your username or email address to reset your password. "For the love of God can you shut John Virgo up!" Being younger, you might put an emoji on the bottom of it, but how are you going to better it? "We were up against Blind Date and we were getting as many viewers. FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS - BEST NEW CUSTOMER OFFERS. ", 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.". 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****r all I can do about it, so why get bothered?". Maybe its a working-class attitude Ive been brought up with but theres b----- all I can do about it, so why get bothered? 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. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. 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. This incident has sparked outrage at the commentator who spoke while unknowingly being live on air. Change the coverage, the commentators who have been around a long time, change the way the game is spoken about.". Higgins won on that occasion, making it four world titles for the Scot. If you haven't listened to this week's episode yet, it's available from all good podcast providers. WebICONIC Snooker commentator John Virgo has accepted the BBC's decision to replace him in 2023. Veteran BBC snooker commentators John Virgo and Dennis Taylor are reportedly set to be dropped by the broadcaster next year. "But no, I understand. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. ", And he insists he's not going to waste time being bitter about the call: I cant have any bad feelings,: he added. ! Willie Thorne From Leicester England, former professional snooker player. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Snooker legends John Virgo and Dennis Taylor to be axed by BBC in coverage shake-up. 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. 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. Along with Dennis apparently. When somebody misses an easy shot you can put your finger on why they did it. 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. Higgins and Trump are going about their business with no distractions. 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The show propelled Virgo and his co-host Jim Davidson into the limelight and the pair performed pantomime together for eight years. Snooker fans have vented their fury at the news that two legends of the sport are to be removed from BBC commentary. He told The Telegraph: "I wouldnt have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner. His schedule is now full of exhibitions events and theatre shows so there is no sign of slowing down for the snooker veteran. 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 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. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. It's understandable. 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. 6 comments 93% Upvoted This thread is archived New They play shots, theres not many shots that people play that I havent seen, you know. 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. Although I think all players are the same arent they? Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. 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. And 'Mr Perfection' has accepted the decision through gritted teeth. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. But no, I understand. Its not my decision, I love the game and everything else. 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. Jamie Micklethwaite. Who would want to hear the opinions of two well liked, engaging white men who know what they are talking about? Shaun Murphy commentated last year whilst still in the tournament. "It was life-changing," Virgo added of the show. 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. Virgo, 76, and Dennis Taylor were supposed to have one final hurrah at this Looks like the BBC could have a commentator shortage with 2 commentators in the tournament. So it will be hard, but as I say, nothing lasts forever, and Ill give it my best shot and that will be it. I'd say yer man shut up after that. 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". "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. 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. This year's snooker world championships at the Crucible have been eventful for play on and off the table. "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 WebCommentating will come from London similar to how Eurosport have done it for years. Change the coverage, the commentators who have been around a long time, change the way the game is spoken about.. ES do this cos their feed runs late.. not an option for Why is John Virgo not at snooker? He wont catch on, its the wrong age group and certainly the wrong sport. ", John Virgo has worked as a commentator since retiring in 1994. But the 76-year-old has revealed both he and Taylor will not be commentating on the snooker after 2023. On Trumps comments, Virgo added: "I still think weve got something to offer. Doesnt matter about the black. 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. Hes taken the red on here though!!. 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. Report peckerdunne April 27, 2019 10:20 PM while @SimpletonOf sarcastically added: "Quite right BBC. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. "If someones in a spot of botherDennis is the best line-drawer in the business, if someones in a snooker. BBC pundit John Virgo joked wheres the pigeon going?. Apparently John Virgo is in Spain and might not be able to travel to the UK. "It will change, sooner rather than later, but I wont have any complaints because Ive enjoyed it. 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). whenever one of Higgins or Trump makes a century break. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. The World Championship will be our last one. But the snooker veteran hasn't always found it easy to beat Trump. 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