He could be in London as a pundit with comms up in Sheffield? He said: "I wouldnt have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner. while @SimpletonOf sarcastically added: "Quite right BBC. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. "Scoop or whatever it is, I dont know, but thats what were getting, that this will be our last season. They play shots, theres not many shots that people play that I havent seen, you know. 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. The 70 year old commentator was heard sayingI wanted to watch a bit of racing this afternoon. He told The Telegraph: "I wouldnt have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner. 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. Doesnt matter about the black. Report peckerdunne April 27, 2019 10:20 PM Higgins and Trump are going about their business with no distractions. John Virgo has paid an emotional tribute to his close friend and colleague Willie Thorne, who passed away on Wednesday aged 66. ", which is gonna sound like Kenny I guess. View our online Press Pack. 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. Fox News own research team has warned colleagues not to trust some of the networks top commentators claims about Ukraine. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. "I think theyre probably looking for people who are more in touch with the modern day player. I think theyre probably looking for people who are more in touch with the modern day player. 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 dont think the shots have changed, I dont think the mentality [has changed]. On Trumps comments, Virgo added: "I still think weve got something to offer. Not my choice, theirs [the BBC]. 6 comments 93% Upvoted This thread is archived New The 70 year old But the 76-year-old has revealed both he and Taylor will not be commentating on the snooker after 2023. 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. The former professional player said he would be trying something different rather than fighting his corner. BBC is making a grave miscalculation here and obviously have not consulted the fans of the sport here. 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. Its not my decision, I love the game and everything else. 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 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. Hopefully the COVID restrictions will mean no earpieces and commentators not straining to make the audience laugh. Being younger, you might put an emoji on the bottom of it, but how are you going to better it? ". "For the love of God can you shut John Virgo up!" I think Dennis Taylor has claimed that line now. Facebook,TwitterandInstagram. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. WebI find it incredible that they pay John Virgo for the inane shite which spews out of his mouth while he is commentating. WebJohn Virgo is expecting the BBC to axe both him and Dennis Taylor from commentary duty after next year's World Snooker Championship. He also famously presented Big Break with Jim Davidson, and continued to play in exhibition matches long after retirement. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Should sports commentators be released because of their age? 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'm pretty sure he's not saying "Kenny", but "Ken, eh? Something went wrong, please try again later. Maybe its a working-class attitude Ive been brought up with but theres b----- all I can do about it, so why get bothered? Press J to jump to the feed. So Ill just get on with what Im doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. The show propelled Virgo and his co-host Jim Davidson into the limelight and the pair performed pantomime together for eight years. 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. 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. In fact a number of fans have taken to social media to voice their concerns about Virgo, notably his insistence of shouting 'ton up!' Virgo, 76, has been integral to viewers ever since finishing his own professional career in 1994. But I understand, nothing lasts for ever, I understand that. "I'm past that. I cant have any bad feelings. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. If you haven't listened to this week's episode yet, it's available from all good podcast providers. 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. 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A more pedestrian commentator there has never been. He talks crap but is probably the most entertaining commentator. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. I cant have any bad feelings. But now Virgo has revealed that both he and Taylor, 73, will be stepped down next year. 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 When somebody misses an easy shot you can put your finger on why they did it. "It will change, sooner rather than later, but I wont have any complaints because Ive enjoyed it. However, the Telegraph claim that Virgo and Taylor have been granted 'a stay of execution to 2023' by the BBC. 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.. Why do you think the BBC can't do similar? His schedule is now full of exhibitions events and theatre shows so there is no sign of slowing down for the snooker veteran. He thought his mic was off but unfortunately it was still on. I've really liked how many of them have covered this tournament. John Virgo is presently living in Cobham, Surrey. 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 When someone misses a ball at the end of a frame winning break and he always says the exact same thing every single time. Along with Dennis apparently. "Hes got tremendous cueing ability," said Virgo about Trump. ", Get email updates with the day's biggest stories. WebJohn Virgo isn't commentating on the snooker, so how am I supposed to know WHERE THE CUE BALL'S GOING? FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS - BEST NEW CUSTOMER OFFERS. ES do this cos their feed runs late.. not an option for It's understandable. "Thats the decision theyre making, so yeah, I havent really felt it at the moment but I probably will do come the World Championship. It was definitely after the '92 final, because both players just went in-off and Virgo didn't react at all. 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. John Virgo Illness And Health Problems Update There had been rumours that John Virgo have gotten Parkinsons. The news has enraged fans though, with @pf4u tweeting: "Terrible decision, John Virgo is a legend. He acts as a pundit and a comm though and that doesn't state which. Im not criticising the decision, I know nothing lasts for ever. "I wouldnt have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner," he told The Telegraph. John Virgo is said to be ' embarrassed and apologetic' after he was heard to swear during BBC One's coverage of World Snooker Championship. WebThe BBC are reportedly set to axe commentators John Virgo and Dennis Taylor after the 2023 World Snooker Championship. But this is not the first time John Virgo gets in trouble over the years. Social media went crazy yesterday after the incident which sparked further debate on the commentator. I can't have any bad feelings. Google took me to Wikipedia, which took brought me to Pot Black, thenJim 'nick, nick' Davidson.upvote anyway! WebJohn Virgo From Lancashire England, former professional snooker player. When did he start to become annoying? As John Virgo gets in trouble over swearing live on TV, he has come out and said he is highly embarrassed and apologetic for his comments. 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". So Ill just get on with what Im doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. Not sure why it annoys me so much. 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. The commentator well known for his famous expression Wheres The Cueball Going was not available for BBCs coverage of both the World Championship and the UK Championship in 2020 due to self isolation and coronavirus reasons. 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. Higgins won on that occasion, making it four world titles for the Scot. You can only whinge if it makes us chuckle, Press J to jump to the feed. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. 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. The former professional player said he would be trying something I think thats definite. Could this mean less inane chat than usual? By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. John Parrot is also better than Virgo. "If someones in a spot of botherDennis is the best line-drawer in the business, if someones in a snooker. a fifth wrote. I understand that you get over a certain age and they want to try something different. And 'Mr Perfection' has accepted the decision through gritted teeth. WebICONIC Snooker commentator John Virgo has accepted the BBC's decision to replace him in 2023. I understand that you get over a certain age and they want to try something different.. JV was like a different person than this morning. WebCommentating will come from London similar to how Eurosport have done it for years. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. The 75-year-old has become one of the whenever one of Higgins or Trump makes a century break. With most of the BBC snooker commentators ageing, BBC doesnt really seem to be bringing new younger commentators it would seem. I find it incredible that they pay John Virgo for the inane shite which spews out of his mouth while he is commentating. 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. He wont catch on, its the wrong age group and certainly the wrong sport. 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. "We were up against Blind Date and we were getting as many viewers. 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