He talks crap but is probably the most entertaining commentator. I think the best thing they could do is to try to make sure they always have a good mix of as many of them as possible. I can't have any bad feelings. Its not my decision, I love the game and everything else. Higgins and Trump are going about their business with no distractions. 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 https://twitter.com/SHendry775/status/1 7364228096, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radzi_Chinyanganya. 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. You know they can control the delay between live and near-live broadcast, right? It will change, sooner rather than later, but I wont have any complaints because Ive enjoyed it., MORE : Judd Trump: The World Snooker Championship needs to move on from the Crucible, MORE : New tour card structure for 2022-23 snooker season announced by WST and WPBSA. "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? whenever one of Higgins or Trump makes a century break. Change the coverage, the commentators who have been around a long time, change the way the game is spoken about.. Judd Trump has risked reigniting a spat with popular BBC commentator John Virgo by claiming the veteran pundit does not do enough homework on the current crop of players or what happens outside the broadcasters three televised marquee tournaments. Virgo, 76, and Dennis Taylor were supposed to have one final hurrah at this It was definitely after the '92 final, because both players just went in-off and Virgo didn't react at all. He wont catch on, its the wrong age group and certainly the wrong sport. But I understand, nothing lasts for ever, I understand that.. Legendary snooker presenters John Virgo and Dennis Taylor are to be axed from BBC coverage from 2023. "For those of you watching in black and white, the pink is next to the green.". But now Virgo has revealed that both he and Taylor, 73, will be stepped down next year. WebICONIC Snooker commentator John Virgo has accepted the BBC's decision to replace him in 2023. 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. Along with his commentary work, Virgo hosted Big Break for 11 years alongside comedian Jim Davidson. WebJohn Virgo is expecting the BBC to axe both him and Dennis Taylor from commentary duty after next year's World Snooker Championship. Last month, BBC commentator Virgo told the Talking Snooker podcast that he thought Trump was "disappointing" last season. 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 think thats definite. GBNEWS. What the hell is the number in brackets after their names? 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. But the 76-year-old has revealed both he and Taylor will not be commentating on the snooker after 2023. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. However, the Telegraph claim that Virgo and Taylor have been granted 'a stay of execution to 2023' by the BBC. WebICONIC Snooker commentator John Virgo has accepted the BBC's decision to replace him in 2023. "It will change, sooner rather than later, but I wont have any complaints because Ive enjoyed it. Press J to jump to the feed. In 2016, the Northern Irishman was rushed to hospital midway through the world tournament in Sheffield whilst working as a pundit. while @SimpletonOf sarcastically added: "Quite right BBC. Listen to his betters and thats just about everyone, especially Hendry. Although I think all players are the same arent they? 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. "Pipe down John Virgo mate come on do the British public a favour," said another. 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I think theyre probably looking for people who are more in touch with the modern day player. 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. In fact, before today's match the duo have battled it out in 196 frames over the years, both winning 98 each. 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. There will be a lot of memories there, memories from when we first went there in 77. 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. "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?". 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 John Virgo is expecting the BBC to axe both him and Dennis Taylor from commentary duty after next year's World Snooker Championship. WebI find it incredible that they pay John Virgo for the inane shite which spews out of his mouth while he is commentating. "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. But the snooker veteran hasn't always found it easy to beat Trump. "The John Virgo drinking game. 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. WebBut the 76-year-old has revealed both he and Taylor will not be commentating on the snooker after 2023. I'd say yer man shut up after that. Also the comm boxes arent large enough to socially distance in from what I remember. If someones in a spot of botherDennis is the best line-drawer in the business, if someones in a snooker. A pigeon even briefly stopped play at the midway through the second round match between Mark Selby and Yan Bingtao. Speaking to the same publication, Virgo said he does not have "any bad feelings" towards the broadcaster over their decision. This year's snooker world championships at the Crucible have been eventful for play on and off the table. Although I think all players are the same arent they? So I'll just get on with what I'm doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. We replaced Question of Sport in their slot and the viewing figures were better than they had from the first day. John Virgo has been criticised by some snooker fans, John Virgo is the voice of snooker on the BBC, Higgins and Trump are battling it out for the 2019 world championship. For more stories like this,check our sport page. I really like Ken. Snooker fans have vented their fury at the news that two legends of the sport are to be removed from BBC commentary. By 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. Ha!Ha! 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. ", which is gonna sound like Kenny I guess. "I wouldn't have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner," Virgo said. Im not going to go round on my hands and knees begging for a job. The World Championship will be our last one. My two main pet peeves of his that come to mind, When he says anything twice during a shot. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge 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. Fox News own research team has warned colleagues not to trust some of the networks top commentators claims about Ukraine. WebJohn Virgo isn't commentating on the snooker, so how am I supposed to know WHERE THE CUE BALL'S GOING? When somebody misses an easy shot you can put your finger on why they did it. John Virgo has paid an emotional tribute to his close friend and colleague Willie Thorne, who passed away on Wednesday aged 66. For other inquiries, Contact Us. When did he start to become annoying? Not sure why it annoys me so much. 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. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. 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. Social media went crazy yesterday after the incident which sparked further debate on the commentator. 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. 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. Maybe its a working-class attitude Ive been brought up with but theres b----- all I can do about it, so why get bothered? You can only whinge if it makes us chuckle, Press J to jump to the feed. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. Jim is a comic genius and yet he can't appear on television, because he has a black mark against his name. I'd love Ken to pull him up for repeatedly calling him Kenny. The World Championship will be our last one. The former snooker player acknowledges the BBC's desire for fresh faces and younger voices. "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. Why do you think the BBC can't do similar? Why is John Virgo not at snooker? This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. 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