I'm pretty sure he's not saying "Kenny", but "Ken, eh? 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. Although I think all players are the same arent they? John Virgo is expecting the BBC to axe both him and Dennis Taylor from commentary duty after next year's World Snooker Championship. 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. JV was like a different person than this morning. BBC pundit John Virgo joked wheres the pigeon going?. But the 76-year-old has revealed both he and Taylor will not be commentating on the snooker after 2023. Asked about Trumps comments, Virgo said: I still think weve got something to offer. C, A, C, cool as a cucumber". Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Jim is a comic genius and yet he can't appear on television, because he has a black mark against his name. 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. Hes taken the red on here though. 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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. ", And he insists he's not going to waste time being bitter about the call: I cant have any bad feelings,: he added. 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. "We were up against Blind Date and we were getting as many viewers. 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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". ES do this cos their feed runs late.. not an option for Advertisement Where does John Virgo live now? Being younger, you might put an emoji on the bottom of it, but how are you going to better it? If someones in a spot of botherDennis is the best line-drawer in the business, if someones in a snooker. The 70 year old I think Dennis Taylor has claimed that line now. He is the best of the lot. But this is not the first time John Virgo gets in trouble over the years. Snooker legends John Virgo and Dennis Taylor to be axed by BBC in coverage shake-up. Legendary snooker presenters John Virgo and Dennis Taylor are to be axed from BBC coverage from 2023. ", 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.". Shaun Murphy commentated last year whilst still in the tournament. 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. 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. 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. Facebook,TwitterandInstagram. 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. ICONIC Snooker commentator John Virgo has accepted the BBC's decision to replace him in 2023. "Please please please tell John Virgo to stop talking," one said. He also famously presented Big Break with Jim Davidson, and continued to play in exhibition matches long after retirement. Does anyone remember? Not sure why it annoys me so much. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. ", 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. Best known for his commentary lines such as wheres the cueball going! 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. 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 "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. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. Higgins and Trump are going about their business with no distractions. "I think theyre probably looking for people who are more in touch with the modern day player. 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. 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. ", John Virgo has worked as a commentator since retiring in 1994. There will be a lot of memories there, memories from when we first went there in 77. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Press J to jump to the feed. He thought his mic was off but unfortunately it was still on. Fox News own research team has warned colleagues not to trust some of the networks top commentators claims about Ukraine. When someone misses a ball at the end of a frame winning break and he always says the exact same thing every single time. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on 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. Could this mean less inane chat than usual? "But no, I understand. "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? Speaking to the same publication, Virgo said he does not have "any bad feelings" towards the broadcaster over their decision. 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. He talks crap but is probably the most entertaining commentator. For other inquiries, Contact Us. The former professional player said he would be trying something ", Get email updates with the day's biggest stories. They play shots, theres not many shots that people play that I havent seen, you know. I think it was mentioned on the Snooker Scene podcast yesterday. I really like Ken. Back in September, Virgo revealed that the BBC 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.. Hopefully the COVID restrictions will mean no earpieces and commentators not straining to make the audience laugh. Report peckerdunne April 27, 2019 10:20 PM A pigeon even briefly stopped play at the midway through the second round match between Mark Selby and Yan Bingtao. The World Championship will be our last one. In fact a number of fans have taken to social media to voice their concerns about Virgo, notably his insistence of shouting 'ton up!' 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 From Lancashire England, former professional snooker player. When somebody misses an easy shot you can put your finger on why they did it. I can't have any bad feelings. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. 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. I think Hendry said he was at the studio in London. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. "I wouldnt have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner," he told The Telegraph. 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). Its not my decision, I love the game and everything else. Missing aristocrat Constance Marten and lover arrested in Brighton Migrant blocked from deportation in 2020 went on to MURDER in horri Betty Boothroyd dead: 'No nonsense' first female House of Commons S Shamima Begum: UK's own terror watchdog to back Isis bride in her b UK food shortages: Ministers summon supermarket bosses for urgent t 59 migrants dead in 'inhumane' tragedy as packed boat sinks off Ita Met Office warns late winter blast to strike and send temperatures plummeting. So I'll just get on with what I'm doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. while @SimpletonOf sarcastically added: "Quite right BBC. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. But for some in attendance at the Crucible and those watching at home, BBC man Virgo is talking them through the action. 19 comments 80% Upvoted This thread is archived 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. He acts as a pundit and a comm though and that doesn't state which. 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