A more pedestrian commentator there has never been. 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. WebI have just watched today's final session of Robertson v Higgins, with John Virgo & Steve Davis commentating. I dont think the shots have changed, I dont think the mentality [has changed]. "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 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. Advertisement Where does John Virgo live now? However, the Telegraph claim that Virgo and Taylor have been granted 'a stay of execution to 2023' by the BBC. 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. Pigeons have been frequent visitors to Wimbledons service lines but it is believed to the first time they have invaded the Sheffield venue. Back in September, Virgo revealed that the BBC WebBut the 76-year-old has revealed both he and Taylor will not be commentating on the snooker after 2023. 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? Something went wrong, please try again later. 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 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. Jim is a comic genius and yet he can't appear on television, because he has a black mark against his name. "I'm past that. Ill be lucky to watch some f****** Match of the Day. The 70 year old commentator was heard sayingI wanted to watch a bit of racing this afternoon. John Parrot is also better than Virgo. 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 got tremendous cueing ability," said Virgo about Trump. You know they can control the delay between live and near-live broadcast, right? In fact, before today's match the duo have battled it out in 196 frames over the years, both winning 98 each. r/snooker 41K subscribers maxington26 2 days ago I got access to the new GPT version of Bing. This year's snooker world championships at the Crucible have been eventful for play on and off the table. ", 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. Although I think all players are the same arent they? The former snooker player acknowledges the BBC's desire for fresh faces and younger voices. 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. 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Who would want to hear the opinions of two well liked, engaging white men who know what they are talking about? When did he start to become annoying? Doesnt matter about the black. Im not criticising the decision, I know nothing lasts for ever. ", Get email updates with the day's biggest stories. Not my choice, theirs (the BBC). 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. Being younger, you might put an emoji on the bottom of it, but how are you going to better it? I've really liked how many of them have covered this tournament. With most of the BBC snooker commentators ageing, BBC doesnt really seem to be bringing new younger commentators it would seem. So Ill just get on with what Im doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. Let us know in the comments section. Speaking to the Talking Snooker podcast, Virgo said: Listen, you never know whats round the corner in life, but it looks like this will be my last season. He acts as a pundit and a comm though and that doesn't state which. Being younger, you might put an emoji on the bottom of it, but how are you going to better it? 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.. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. 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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. I think theyre probably looking for people who are more in touch with the modern day player. 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. The 70 year old Although I think all players are the same arent they? 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 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. But no, I understand. Could this mean less inane chat than usual? 6 comments 93% Upvoted This thread is archived New 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 wouldnt have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner," he told The Telegraph. His schedule is now full of exhibitions events and theatre shows so there is no sign of slowing down for the snooker veteran. But this is not the first time John Virgo gets in trouble over the years. 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. "It was life-changing," Virgo added of the show. 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. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. I just feel it's a waste of a talent. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. In fact a number of fans have taken to social media to voice their concerns about Virgo, notably his insistence of shouting 'ton up!' While no decision has been confirmed by the BBC, Virgo seems sure that his next trip to the Crucible in April will be his last to work behind a microphone. 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. Speaking to the same publication, Virgo said he does not have "any bad feelings" towards the broadcaster over their decision. GBNEWS. But for some in attendance at the Crucible and those watching at home, BBC man Virgo is talking them through the action. I think Hendry said he was at the studio in London. 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 Not my choice, theirs [the BBC]. Hopefully the COVID restrictions will mean no earpieces and commentators not straining to make the audience laugh. 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). I'd say yer man shut up after that. 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. 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. 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