why is john virgo not commentating

If you haven't listened to this week's episode yet, it's available from all good podcast providers. Anything confirmation of this? WebOn 27 April 2022, Virgo announced that he and his co-commentator Dennis Taylor had been axed by the BBC because they were too old for the current game play style, and that In 2016, the Northern Irishman was rushed to hospital midway through the world tournament in Sheffield whilst working as a pundit. "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. Snooker fans have vented their fury at the news that two legends of the sport are to be removed from BBC commentary. 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Asked about Trumps comments, Virgo said: I still think weve got something to offer. "For those of you watching in black and white, the pink is next to the green.". 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. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Maybe its a working-class attitude Ive been brought up with but theres b----- all I can do about it, so why get bothered? By Amy Johnson 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 Ive realised and its taken me a long time to realise it not to get caught up in something you have no control of. Being younger, you might put an emoji on the bottom of it, but how are you going to better it? In fact, before today's match the duo have battled it out in 196 frames over the years, both winning 98 each. Scoop or whatever it is, I dont know, but thats what were getting, that this will be our last season. WebJohn Virgo isn't commentating on the snooker, so how am I supposed to know WHERE THE CUE BALL'S GOING? Not sure why it annoys me so much. The former professional player said he would be trying something 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. "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. Facebook,TwitterandInstagram. This incident has sparked outrage at the commentator who spoke while unknowingly being live on air. But the snooker veteran hasn't always found it easy to beat Trump. "But no, I understand. 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. 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. So Ill just get on with what Im doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. Apparently John Virgo is in Spain and might not be able to travel to the UK. "Scoop or whatever it is, I dont know, but thats what were getting, that this will be our last season. 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. ", which is gonna sound like Kenny I guess. Im not going to go round on my hands and knees begging for a job. His schedule is now full of exhibitions events and theatre shows so there is no sign of slowing down for the snooker veteran. Im past that. In fact a number of fans have taken to social media to voice their concerns about Virgo, notably his insistence of shouting 'ton up!' I've really liked how many of them have covered this tournament. The two snooker greats are battling for the 2019 championship in a repeat of the 2011 final at the Crucible. 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Also the comm boxes arent large enough to socially distance in from what I remember. I think Hendry said he was at the studio in London. FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS - BEST NEW CUSTOMER OFFERS. It's understandable. to the people watching on TV. There will be a lot of memories there, memories from when we first went there in 77. Won the UK championship in 1979 and co-hosted big break in the late 80s and early 90s. "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. Change the coverage, the commentators who have been around a long time, change the way the game is spoken about.. 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 can't have any bad feelings. 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 Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. "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?". Missing aristocrat Constance Marten and lover arrested in Brighton Migrant blocked from deportation in 2020 went on to MURDER in horri Betty Boothroyd dead: 'No nonsense' first female House of Commons S Shamima Begum: UK's own terror watchdog to back Isis bride in her b UK food shortages: Ministers summon supermarket bosses for urgent t 59 migrants dead in 'inhumane' tragedy as packed boat sinks off Ita Met Office warns late winter blast to strike and send temperatures plummeting. He also famously presented Big Break with Jim Davidson, and continued to play in exhibition matches long after retirement. 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 I'll just get on with what I'm doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. I think thats definite. "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? So Ill just get on with what Im doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. Along with his commentary work, Virgo hosted Big Break for 11 years alongside comedian Jim Davidson. I do like Ken Doherty's Press J to jump to the feed. I enjoyed Jack Losowski yesterday too. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. 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". 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. Im past that. "I wouldnt have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner," he told The Telegraph. I'm pretty sure he's not saying "Kenny", but "Ken, eh? 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. 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 find it incredible that they pay John Virgo for the inane shite which spews out of his mouth while he is commentating. By Something went wrong, please try again later. Change the coverage, the commentators who have been around a long time, change the way the game is spoken about.". 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. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. 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. You know they can control the delay between live and near-live broadcast, right? Im not criticising the decision, I know nothing lasts for ever. John Virgo Illness And Health Problems Update There had been rumours that John Virgo have gotten Parkinsons. "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 dont think the shots have changed, I dont think the mentality [has changed]. I understand that you get over a certain age and they want to try something different.. 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. 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. 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. whenever one of Higgins or Trump makes a century break. This year's snooker world championships at the Crucible have been eventful for play on and off the table. I'd love Ken to pull him up for repeatedly calling him Kenny. Not my choice, theirs (the BBC). Arrogant ex-Leeds United player who raped girl, 17, jailed for 17 years, Man Utd legend Roy Keane surprises Laura Woods live on ITV with comment, Paralysed ex-Spanish footballer Novo dies at 32 after being 'hit by a train', Brentford star Ivan Toney pleads guilty to multiple betting breaches, News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. Report peckerdunne April 27, 2019 10:20 PM Press J to jump to the feed. Virgo would love the show to return - if only to spark interest in a sport with a dwindling and ageing fanbase. "The John Virgo drinking game. Along with Dennis (Taylor) apparently. He thought his mic was off but unfortunately it was still on. Something went wrong, please try again later. View our online Press Pack. WebJohn Virgo From Lancashire England, former professional snooker player. Why is this happening??? Yes we know John, stfu. 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. Virgo, 76, and Dennis Taylor were supposed to have one final hurrah at this John Virgo celebrates his 76th birthday doing the thing for which he has become more famous than his professional snooker-playing career and even hit TV show Big Break calling the action with insight and humour from the inside of a tight commentary box for the BBC, this time at the Welsh Open at the International Convention Centre at There will be a lot of memories there, memories from when we first went there in 77. 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. 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