Need to understand. 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". I cant have any bad feelings. "John was searching for a phrase to describe Ding's shortcomings as a player and explaining why he doesn't yet have what it takes to become a champion," an insider said. 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. Please enter your username or email address to reset your password. 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. "It will change, sooner rather than later, but I wont have any complaints because Ive enjoyed it. The two snooker greats are battling it out at the Crucible this afternoon to be crowned 2019 world champion. I think thats definite. Ha!Ha! Social media went crazy yesterday after the incident which sparked further debate on the commentator. 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 Take a drink every time he says inch perfect , take a shot every time he says wheres the cue ball going and down your drink every time he says TON UP! wrote one. "I'm past that. 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. 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. Even world number two and 2019 Crucible champion Judd Trump told The Metro earlier this year: "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. "Pipe down John Virgo mate come on do the British public a favour," said another. He acts as a pundit and a comm though and that doesn't state which. 2023 Back in September, Virgo revealed that the BBC had told him that this year's World Championship would be his last, along with Taylor. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. The 70 year old commentator was heard sayingI wanted to watch a bit of racing this afternoon. 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. He comes out with a fair bit of waffle but he's part of the furniture. Im not criticising the decision, I know nothing lasts for ever. John Virgo is expecting the BBC to axe both him and Dennis Taylor from commentary duty after next year's World Snooker Championship. But I understand, nothing lasts for ever, I understand that.. "For those of you watching in black and white, the pink is next to the green.". This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. "I'm not sure I'm mentally prepared to keep listening to John Virgo hollering 'ton up'," one tweeted. 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. BBC is making a grave miscalculation here and obviously have not consulted the fans of the sport here. "I wouldn't have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner," Virgo said. 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. For more stories like this,check our sport page. 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. Hes taken the red on here though!!. He told The Telegraph: "I wouldnt have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner. 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. The recognisable voice of snooker, Virgo has presented the sport since retiring in 1994, also appearing on the Big Break with Jim Davidson. 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. He thought his mic was off but unfortunately it was still on. He said: "I wouldnt have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner. Doesnt matter about the black. I think Dennis Taylor has claimed that line now. ", 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.. Why is John Virgo not at snooker? "Thats the decision theyre making, so yeah, I havent really felt it at the moment but I probably will do come the World Championship. "I think theyre probably looking for people who are more in touch with the modern day player. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Jim is a comic genius and yet he can't appear on television, because he has a black mark against his name. I think it was mentioned on the Snooker Scene podcast yesterday. We replaced Question of Sport in their slot and the viewing figures were better than they had from the first day. This issue where John Virgo gets in trouble might see BBC reveal their long term plan with coverage of the snooker. WebI have just watched today's final session of Robertson v Higgins, with John Virgo & Steve Davis commentating. When did he start to become annoying? It's understandable. Im past that. 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 John Virgo drinking game. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. "If someones in a spot of botherDennis is the best line-drawer in the business, if someones in a snooker. ", @hen10freeman asked: "Are they being replaced by better pundits or just for the sake of it?" I dont think the shots have changed, I dont think the mentality [has changed]. The two snooker greats are battling for the 2019 championship in a repeat of the 2011 final at the Crucible. I can't have any bad feelings. Yes we know John, stfu. Anything confirmation of this? Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on My two main pet peeves of his that come to mind, When he says anything twice during a shot. 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. 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. John Virgo is said to be ' embarrassed and apologetic' after he was heard to swear during BBC One's coverage of World Snooker Championship. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. If someones in a spot of botherDennis is the best line-drawer in the business, if someones in a snooker. But now Virgo has revealed that both he and Taylor, 73, will be stepped down next year. The World Championship will be our last one. 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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. "Scoop or whatever it is, I dont know, but thats what were getting, that this will be our last season. Asked about Trumps comments, Virgo said: I still think weve got something to offer. ES do this cos their feed runs late.. not an option for In fact a number of fans have taken to social media to voice their concerns about Virgo, notably his insistence of shouting 'ton up!' As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. He wont catch on, its the wrong age group and certainly the wrong sport. Virgo would love the show to return - if only to spark interest in a sport with a dwindling and ageing fanbase. 6 comments 93% Upvoted This thread is archived New 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. The former professional player said he would be trying something Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. In 2016, the Northern Irishman was rushed to hospital midway through the world tournament in Sheffield whilst working as a pundit. WebCommentating will come from London similar to how Eurosport have done it for years. "It was life-changing," Virgo added of the show. 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. Scoop or whatever it is, I dont know, but thats what were getting, that this will be our last season. Maybe its a working-class attitude Ive been brought up with but theres b----- all I can do about it, so why get bothered? "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. Snooker fans have vented their fury at the news that two legends of the sport are to be removed from BBC commentary. "Im not going to go round on my hands and knees begging for a job. "But no, I understand. 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). Also the comm boxes arent large enough to socially distance in from what I remember. 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Veteran BBC snooker commentators John Virgo and Dennis Taylor are reportedly set to be dropped by the broadcaster next year. 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. Virgo lives in 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. When someone misses a ball at the end of a frame winning break and he always says the exact same thing every single time. Won the UK championship in 1979 and co-hosted big break in the late 80s and early 90s. https://twitter.com/SHendry775/status/1 7364228096, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radzi_Chinyanganya. The former professional player said he would be trying something different rather than fighting his corner. When somebody misses an easy shot you can put your finger on why they did it. 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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. Anyone but Perry. They play shots, theres not many shots that people play that I havent seen, you know. WebBut the 76-year-old has revealed both he and Taylor will not be commentating on the snooker after 2023. By The 70 year old WebJohn Virgo is expecting the BBC to axe both him and Dennis Taylor from commentary duty after next year's World Snooker Championship. Change the coverage, the commentators who have been around a long time, change the way the game is spoken about.". 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 To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. One snooker star will take the lead in the coming days, lifting the world championship in the process. Not my choice, theirs (the BBC). I've really liked how many of them have covered this tournament. Why is this happening??? This incident has sparked outrage at the commentator who spoke while unknowingly being live on air. So Ill just get on with what Im doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. 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. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. But for some in attendance at the Crucible and those watching at home, BBC man Virgo is talking them through the action. It was incredible. 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