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. Virgo would love the show to return - if only to spark interest in a sport with a dwindling and ageing fanbase. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. https://twitter.com/SHendry775/status/1 7364228096, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radzi_Chinyanganya. I find it incredible that they pay John Virgo for the inane shite which spews out of his mouth while he is commentating. 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. But it appears his running commentary isn't for everyone. 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. 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. When somebody misses an easy shot you can put your finger on why they did it. 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. Steve Edmonds goes behind the scenes at the Crucible and chats to legendary snooker commentator John Virgo in Sheffield. He told The Telegraph: "I wouldnt have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner. One snooker star will take the lead in the coming days, lifting the world championship in the process. 19 comments 80% Upvoted This thread is archived 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. The former snooker player acknowledges the BBC's desire for fresh faces and younger voices. Its not my decision, I love the game and everything else. Im not criticising the decision, I know nothing lasts for ever. Snooker fans have vented their fury at the news that two legends of the sport are to be removed from BBC commentary. The 70 year old However, the Telegraph claim that Virgo and Taylor have been granted 'a stay of execution to 2023' by the BBC. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. WebBut the 76-year-old has revealed both he and Taylor will not be commentating on the snooker after 2023. 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. Along with his commentary work, Virgo hosted Big Break for 11 years alongside comedian Jim Davidson. 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. Anyone but Perry. But this is not the first time John Virgo gets in trouble over the years. Need to understand. But I understand, nothing lasts for ever, I understand that.. Although I think all players are the same arent they? The show propelled Virgo and his co-host Jim Davidson into the limelight and the pair performed pantomime together for eight years. Doesnt matter about the black. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. He talks crap but is probably the most entertaining commentator. 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. Its not my decision, I love the game and everything else. So I'll just get on with what I'm doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. 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. In 2016, the Northern Irishman was rushed to hospital midway through the world tournament in Sheffield whilst working as a pundit. Why is John Virgo not at snooker? 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 In fact a number of fans have taken to social media to voice their concerns about Virgo, notably his insistence of shouting 'ton up!' There will be a lot of memories there, memories from when we first went there in 77. But the 76-year-old has revealed both he and Taylor will not be commentating on the snooker after 2023. 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. 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. Let us know in the comments section. "Hes got tremendous cueing ability," said Virgo about Trump. 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. 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. Legendary snooker presenters John Virgo and Dennis Taylor are to be axed from BBC coverage from 2023. For other inquiries, Contact Us. Asked about Trumps comments, Virgo said: I still think weve got something to offer. He said: "I wouldnt have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner. ", And he insists he's not going to waste time being bitter about the call: I cant have any bad feelings,: he added. WebThe BBC are reportedly set to axe commentators John Virgo and Dennis Taylor after the 2023 World Snooker Championship. GBNEWS. 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. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. I'd love Ken to pull him up for repeatedly calling him Kenny. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. I cant have any bad feelings. Why do you think the BBC can't do similar? I think Dennis Taylor has claimed that line now. Although I think all players are the same arent they? 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? 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. 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. Scoop or whatever it is, I dont know, but thats what were getting, that this will be our last season. Won the UK championship in 1979 and co-hosted big break in the late 80s and early 90s. So Ill just get on with what Im doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. a fifth wrote. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. When somebody misses an easy shot you can put your finger on why they did it. "But no, I understand. 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. 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 Ha!Ha! And 'Mr Perfection' has accepted the decision through gritted teeth. Along with Dennis apparently. But now Virgo has revealed that both he and Taylor, 73, will be stepped down next year. 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. But no, I understand. ". I think theyre probably looking for people who are more in touch with the modern day player. 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. I really like Ken. Back in September, Virgo revealed that the BBC Who would want to hear the opinions of two well liked, engaging white men who know what they are talking about? Why is this happening??? This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. So it will be hard, but as I say, nothing lasts forever, and Ill give it my best shot and that will be it. John Virgo is presently living in Cobham, Surrey. Virgo, 76, and Dennis Taylor were supposed to have one final hurrah at this 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.. 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. FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS - BEST NEW CUSTOMER OFFERS. John Virgo has paid an emotional tribute to his close friend and colleague Willie Thorne, who passed away on Wednesday aged 66. 2023 "Scoop or whatever it is, I dont know, but thats what were getting, that this will be our last season. while @SimpletonOf sarcastically added: "Quite right BBC. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. The World Championship will be our last one. He acts as a pundit and a comm though and that doesn't state which. 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. Virgo, 76, and Dennis Taylor were supposed to have one final hurrah at this The news has enraged fans though, with @pf4u tweeting: "Terrible decision, John Virgo is a legend. 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. He thought his mic was off but unfortunately it was still on. 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. The former professional player said he would be trying something 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. Should sports commentators be released because of their age? Best known for his commentary lines such as wheres the cueball going! Anything confirmation of this? "Thats the decision theyre making, so yeah, I havent really felt it at the moment but I probably will do come the World Championship. WebJohn Virgo isn't commentating on the snooker, so how am I supposed to know WHERE THE CUE BALL'S GOING? I think thats definite. WebI have just watched today's final session of Robertson v Higgins, with John Virgo & Steve Davis commentating. Advertisement Where does John Virgo live now? JV was like a different person than this morning. John Virgo is expecting the BBC to axe both him and Dennis Taylor from commentary duty after next year's World Snooker Championship. 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. "I wouldn't have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner," Virgo said. This year's snooker world championships at the Crucible have been eventful for play on and off the table. 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. 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. Hes taken the red on here though. I just feel it's a waste of a talent. 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. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. He could be in London as a pundit with comms up in Sheffield? 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. The BBC are reportedly set to axe commentators John Virgo and Dennis Taylor after the 2023 World Snooker Championship. Listen to his betters and thats just about everyone, especially Hendry. Apparently John Virgo is in Spain and might not be able to travel to the UK. He is the best of the lot. The 70 year old commentator was heard sayingI wanted to watch a bit of racing this afternoon. I understand that you get over a certain age and they want to try something different.. 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. The two snooker greats are battling for the 2019 championship in a repeat of the 2011 final at the Crucible. 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. What the hell is the number in brackets after their names? Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. John Parrot is also better than Virgo. 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John Virgo is said to be ' embarrassed and apologetic' after he was heard to swear during BBC One's coverage of World Snooker Championship. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Change the coverage, the commentators who have been around a long time, change the way the game is spoken about.. Social media went crazy yesterday after the incident which sparked further debate on the commentator. But I understand, nothing lasts for ever, I understand that. I do like Ken Doherty's Press J to jump to the feed. But for some in attendance at the Crucible and those watching at home, BBC man Virgo is talking them through the action. 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. "I wouldnt have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner," he told The Telegraph. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Report peckerdunne April 27, 2019 10:20 PM Could this mean less inane chat than usual? I think it was mentioned on the Snooker Scene podcast yesterday. 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Change the coverage, the commentators who have been around a long time, change the way the game is spoken about.". Jamie Micklethwaite. We replaced Question of Sport in their slot and the viewing figures were better than they had from the first day. The former professional player said he would be trying something different rather than fighting his corner. 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. "For those of you watching in black and white, the pink is next to the green.". WebAs good as a player as Morgan was, he always sounds like an angry, drunk Welshman in the booth-other than being from Wales I cannot see he has any reason to be there, or at the Seniors commentating. 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. So Ill just get on with what Im doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. Snooker legends John Virgo and Dennis Taylor to be axed by BBC in coverage shake-up. Virgo, 76, has been integral to viewers ever since finishing his own professional career in 1994. ", which is gonna sound like Kenny I guess. Maybe its a working-class attitude Ive been brought up with but theres b----- all I can do about it, so why get bothered? 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. 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. 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. I cant have any bad feelings. For more stories like this,check our sport page. WebJohn Virgo is expecting the BBC to axe both him and Dennis Taylor from commentary duty after next year's World Snooker Championship. This incident has sparked outrage at the commentator who spoke while unknowingly being live on air. "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?". Something went wrong, please try again later. By Amy Johnson Im not going to go round on my hands and knees begging for a job. I'm pretty sure he's not saying "Kenny", but "Ken, eh? 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. Back in September, Virgo revealed that the BBC had told him that this year's World Championship would be his last, along with Taylor. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. "It was life-changing," Virgo added of the show. Virgo lives in 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. That infuriating habit of every sentence. Ill be lucky to watch some f****** Match of the Day. Pigeons have been frequent visitors to Wimbledons service lines but it is believed to the first time they have invaded the Sheffield venue. 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. 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. 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. With most of the BBC snooker commentators ageing, BBC doesnt really seem to be bringing new younger commentators it would seem. You know they can control the delay between live and near-live broadcast, right? "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. "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. ", He also told the Telegraph: I understand that you get over a certain age and they want to try something different., A BBC spokesman told GB News: 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'm not going to go round on my hands and knees begging for a job. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. I dont think the shots have changed, I dont think the mentality [has changed]. Im past that. WebJohn Virgo From Lancashire England, former professional snooker player. ! Willie Thorne From Leicester England, former professional snooker player. But the snooker veteran hasn't always found it easy to beat Trump. ", John Virgo has worked as a commentator since retiring in 1994. A pigeon even briefly stopped play at the midway through the second round match between Mark Selby and Yan Bingtao. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. 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. BBC pundit John Virgo joked wheres the pigeon going?. I think thats definite. 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