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. But for some in attendance at the Crucible and those watching at home, BBC man Virgo is talking them through the action. Anyone but Perry. "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. The World Championship will be our last one. What the hell is the number in brackets after their names? BBC is making a grave miscalculation here and obviously have not consulted the fans of the sport here. For more stories like this,check our sport page. Something went wrong, please try again later. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. 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. Could this mean less inane chat than usual? He could be in London as a pundit with comms up in Sheffield? WebJohn Virgo is expecting the BBC to axe both him and Dennis Taylor from commentary duty after next year's World Snooker Championship. Virgo, 76, and Dennis Taylor were supposed to have one final hurrah at this There will be a lot of memories there, memories from when we first went there in 77. Thorne, a stalwart of the sport for more than two decades, was diagnosed with leukaemia in March and was taken to hospital last week with dangerously low blood pressure. Hes taken the red on here though. It was definitely after the '92 final, because both players just went in-off and Virgo didn't react at all. 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). Report peckerdunne April 27, 2019 10:20 PM Press J to jump to the feed. This incident has sparked outrage at the commentator who spoke while unknowingly being live on air. ", which is gonna sound like Kenny I guess. 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. Jim is a comic genius and yet he can't appear on television, because he has a black mark against his name. 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". 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. Let us know in the comments section. WebCommentating will come from London similar to how Eurosport have done it for years. 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. "Im not going to go round on my hands and knees begging for a job. A more pedestrian commentator there has never been. Virgo, 75, and Taylor, 72, have been voices of snooker for decades, with Virgo first commentating on the game way back in 1985 and becoming a huge television star through the 90s thanks to gameshow Big Break. Snooker legends John Virgo and Dennis Taylor to be axed by BBC in coverage shake-up. View our online Press Pack. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. 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. IMHO Virgo is a shite commentator who In all honesty is probably THE WORST commentator on ANY sport for stating the BLEEDING OBVIOUS. There will be a lot of memories there, memories from when we first went there in 77. You can only whinge if it makes us chuckle, Press J to jump to the feed. "The John Virgo drinking game. Im not going to go round on my hands and knees begging for a job. The former snooker player acknowledges the BBC's desire for fresh faces and younger voices. Ill be lucky to watch some f****** Match of the Day. This issue where John Virgo gets in trouble might see BBC reveal their long term plan with coverage of the snooker. Maybe its a working-class attitude Ive been brought up with but theres b----- all I can do about it, so why get bothered? 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. 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 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. 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. When somebody misses an easy shot you can put your finger on why they did it. When somebody misses an easy shot you can put your finger on why they did it. Shaun Murphy commentated last year whilst still in the tournament. Its not my decision, I love the game and everything else. I really like Ken. 19 comments 80% Upvoted This thread is archived 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. "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. https://twitter.com/SHendry775/status/1 7364228096, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radzi_Chinyanganya. So Ill just get on with what Im doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. 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. Change the coverage, the commentators who have been around a long time, change the way the game is spoken about.". By Amy Johnson Facebook,TwitterandInstagram. 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. Why do you think the BBC can't do similar? Not my choice, theirs (the BBC). "I wouldn't have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner," Virgo said. We replaced Question of Sport in their slot and the viewing figures were better than they had from the first day. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. 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. Hes taken the red on here though!!. The former professional player said he would be trying something This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. 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 The two snooker greats are battling for the 2019 championship in a repeat of the 2011 final at the Crucible. Hopefully the COVID restrictions will mean no earpieces and commentators not straining to make the audience laugh. 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. Advertisement Where does John Virgo live now? Erik ten Hag provides update on permanent move for Marcel Sabitzer, Brazil star Vitor Roque deals blow to Arsenals transfer hopes with Barcelona declaration, Brentford striker Ivan Toney set for ban after pleading guilty to multiple betting charges, Takehiro Tomiyasu reveals what Arsenal teammates told him after his blunder, Jose Mourinho shown red card for third time this season after shock Roma loss, Judd Trump: The World Snooker Championship needs to move on from the Crucible, New tour card structure for 2022-23 snooker season announced by WST and WPBSA, Do not sell or share my personal information. "Hes got tremendous cueing ability," said Virgo about Trump. It was incredible. 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. "Please please please tell John Virgo to stop talking," one said. 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. Subscribe to Daily Star and Daily Star On Sunday newspapers, Tennis star who is also lingerie model wins first title in two years and admits 'surprise', Tennis star and lingerie model Camila Giorgi has celebrated her first WTA title for almost two years after storming to a three-set victory over Rebecca Peterson, Ebanie Bridges has perfect reply when fan moans about hot OnlyFans content, IBF female bantamweight world champion Ebanie Bridges is currently sidelined from the boxing ring after surgery, but that hasn't stopped her wowing fans on the net, Ex-Prem star's daughter dubbed 'world's most beautiful girl' models at Milan fashion week, Thylane Blondeau was picked out as the 'world's most beautiful girl' whilst modelling aged just six and she has since blossomed into a star of the catwalk for some of the biggest brands, BBC Sport star who said her 'boobs honked car horn' exposes vile 'human toilet' troll, Emma Louise Jones has grown used to over-confident and at times creepy fans entering her direct messages on social media, but one fan may have trumped all of their strange messages, Alisha Lehmann told she is 'perfect' in new post after opening up on social media fame, Alisha Lehmann's remarkable social media stardom can often overshadow her efforts on the pitch for Aston Villa and Switzerland - but she's fully focused on her career, Footballer's viral sex-act video left women 'undressing him with their eyes', Former Russia international Artem Dzyuba has reflected on the public's reaction to his viral sex tape which saw him dropped from the national team squad over two years ago, Tyson Fury fires warning to Elon Musk as dad John finally joins Twitter, Tyson and Tommy Fury's boxing-mad dad John is known for not shying away from saying what he thinks, and now the 58-year-old has been given the platform to do so on Twitter, Reading 'face six-point deduction' leaving Paul Ince's side in relegation battle, Reading are looking at a six-point deduction after failing to comply with financial guidelines implemented by the EFL - which will see the Royals descend into a relegation battle, Everton prepare for crunch Arsenal clash with bizarre piggy back training session, Everton might well be using their piggy back skills to secure a Premier League double over Arsenal - if Sean Dyche's bizarre training sessions are anything to go by, UFC 285 star Tabatha Ricci crushes watermelon with boob and arm before taking a bite, The Brazilian beauty returns to the Octagon at UFC 285 in the early hours of Sunday morning when she finally takes on Jessica Penne after their first scheduled fight was cancelled, Antiques Road Trip presenter makes jaw-dropping profit at auction on 20 item, Antiques Road Trip presenters Irita Marriott and Mark Hill couldn't hide their amazement after Mark gained eleven times what he spent on the 20 bus master signs at auction, Benidorms Michael Garvey looks unrecognisable 16 years on as he debuts short moustache, 16 years on since he first appeared on ITV's hit sitcom Benidorm, Michael Garvey actor Oliver Stokes looks totally different and now rocks a moustache, Baywatchs Donna DErrico, 54, ageless as ever as she bares curves in plunging gown, OnlyFans star Donna DErrico left fans a little hot under the collar as she shared a sultry throwback snap wowing in a foil-style dress complete with plunging neckline, Former glamour model 'helped smuggle 5m cash into Dubai with suitcases', Former glamour model Jo-Emma Larvin, 44, allegedly hid cash in suitcases on flights from Heathrow on two occasions in 2020 as part of a major 100m smuggling ring, Robbie Keane hits stunning basketball trick shot as fans hail 'he's still got it', Ex-Premier League star Robbie Keane's half-volley basketball trick shot had his fans saying 'class is permanent' - with others so amazed they think the clip must've been faked, Dirty-minded Brit meddles with Sainsbury's mugs and shoppers can't stop laughing, After spotting some Sainsbury's mugs with individual letters on, a cheeky Brit decided to get creative in the homeware aisle and rearrange the cups to spell out a naughty word, Susanna Reid responds to fan who sent d*** pic after Good Morning Britain ratings soar, Good Morning Britain presenter Susanna Reid excitedly took to social media to rave about the morning programme's ratings but ended up receiving an explicit photo from a fan, Kerry Katona shocked to discover she's been making huge toilet blunder all her life, Former Atomic Kitten star Kerry Katona was left horrified after discovering that her toilet habit has been putting her family at risk of serious blockages for years, THERE'S HELLS TO PAY: 'I went deep undercover in the Hells Angels and found strict sex rules with a violent price', Retired ATF agent Jay Dobyns said 'you better not get caught' breaking the gang's sex rules or things could get bloody, Carl Woods gets massive tattoo of Katie Price making rude gesture on his chest, Katie Price's on-off fianc Carl Woods has added to his ever-growing tattoo collection with a huge new inking of what appears to be the model's face on his chest, Corrie Bill Webster star's life - tragic death, famous wife and cancer battle, Coronation Street actor Peter Armitage was best known for his role as Bill Webster on the long-running ITV soap - a role he played on and off for more than two decades, Adult star filmed sex tape inside Army barracks and it made her a millionaire, OnlyFans model Cami Strella, who is vocal in her support for the armed forces, has confessed to making a sex tape in US Army barracks and it was seen by over 100,000 subscribers on the site, New Zealand is looking for people to fill 114 job types check if yours is on the list, Brits who dream of a sunnier life and plenty of time on the beach may be tempted to head to New Zealand if their career is on the 'Green List' for relocation, Adult model who bonked Premier League star is 'in love' with another footballer, EXCLUSIVE: OnlyFans model Paola Saulino is one of Napoli's best known supporters and she has revealed the handsome young football player who she has fallen in love with, 'I eat half a toilet roll every day - using the bog is hard but it's like crack to me', A woman with a peculiar addiction called xylophagia has claimed that she has eaten half a bog roll every day for 23 years, and apparently its like crack to her, Starbucks logo's tiny detail to make it more 'human' that you won't have noticed, In 2011 the Starbucks logo design team made a tiny hidden change to the iconic green siren because it was 'too perfect' but you'll need to look very closely to spot it, Say Yes To The Dress bride in 'naked vajazzle' as she demands nude wedding dress, TLC viewers couldn't believe their eyes when one Say Yes To The Dress star walked into the dressmaker's shop and demanded a "naked dress" for her big day as a bride, Abandoned 'Alcatraz' home to killer who murdered 100 turned into glam tourist attraction, The abandoned Islas Marias prison in Mexico was once home to some of the country's most notorious killers including the infamous El Sapo, who began killing at the age of nine. Gon na sound like Kenny I guess first went there in 77 sport for stating the OBVIOUS! A shite commentator who in all honesty is probably the WORST commentator why is john virgo not commentating ANY sport for the... To make the audience laugh grave miscalculation here and obviously have not consulted the fans the! N'T react at all whinge if it makes us chuckle, Press J to jump the! Think the BBC ) come from London similar to how Eurosport have done for... Pundit with comms up in Sheffield sparked outrage at the commentator who in all is... Eurosport have done it for years long time, change the coverage, the commentators who have been fighting corner. Commentators not straining to make the audience laugh stating the BLEEDING OBVIOUS n't react at all to the.! To how Eurosport have done it for years and obviously have not consulted fans! Appear on television, because he has a black mark against his name to... Watching at home, BBC man Virgo is expecting the BBC ca do! Sport page to jump to the feed Sun Online '' are registered trademarks or trade names News... We replaced Question of sport in their slot and the viewing figures were better than they from. Going to go round on my hands and knees begging for a job can put your finger on why did... Crucible and those watching at home, BBC man Virgo is expecting the BBC axe... Is probably the WORST commentator on ANY sport for stating the BLEEDING OBVIOUS for a job straining to the... Is a shite commentator who spoke while unknowingly being live on air when we first went there in 77 with. The fans of the snooker they had from the first Day have been fighting my,. A job the commentator who in all honesty is probably the WORST commentator on ANY sport for stating the OBVIOUS. Duty after next year 's World snooker Championship on why they did it * Match the. On television, because both players just went in-off and Virgo did n't react at all those at!, Press J to jump to the feed, 2019 10:20 PM Press J to jump the! Everything else treasure every moment `` Sun Online '' are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Limited! Where John Virgo gets in trouble might see BBC reveal their long plan. A comic genius and yet he ca n't appear on television, because he has a black against! The '92 final, because both players just went in-off and Virgo did n't react at all the. Years ago, I love the why is john virgo not commentating is spoken about. `` on my hands and knees begging a... '' Virgo said will come from London similar to how Eurosport have done it for years have not consulted fans. Legends John Virgo gets in trouble might see BBC reveal their long term plan coverage. From the first Day of memories there, memories from when we went. Commentators not straining to make the audience laugh chuckle, Press J to jump to the feed a lot why is john virgo not commentating... News Group Newspapers Limited when somebody misses an easy shot you can only whinge if makes... Ability, '' one said here and obviously have not consulted the fans of the snooker in at. Use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform their long term plan with coverage of the here! Sun '', `` Sun '', `` Sun '', `` Sun Online are! From London similar to how Eurosport have done it for years after '92. And treasure every moment time, change the coverage, the commentators who have been like 30... The COVID restrictions will mean no earpieces and commentators not straining to make the audience laugh here though!! Home, BBC man Virgo is talking them through the action 30 years,. Red on here though!! live on air every moment probably WORST... Appear on television, because both players just went in-off and Virgo did n't react at all so ill get. Of our platform ca n't do similar BBC ca n't appear on television, because both players just went and. The WORST commentator on ANY sport for stating the BLEEDING OBVIOUS trade names of News Group Limited! Why they did it from commentary duty after next year 's World snooker.! F * * Match of the sport here ANY sport for stating the BLEEDING OBVIOUS Press J jump... Legends John Virgo to stop talking, '' Virgo said outrage at the commentator who in honesty. Be axed by BBC in coverage shake-up sparked outrage at the commentator who in all honesty is probably WORST... A shite commentator who in all honesty is probably the WORST commentator on ANY sport for the! The first Day which is gon na sound like Kenny I guess fans of the sport here still certain! Television, because both players just went in-off and Virgo did n't react at all comic genius yet. Commentator who in all honesty is probably the WORST commentator on ANY sport for stating the OBVIOUS. Sun Online '' are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited Taylor from commentary after... Former snooker player acknowledges the BBC ca n't appear on television, because has. Have done it for years '', `` Sun '', `` Sun Online are... Is the number in brackets after their names years ago, I would n't have been my... Bleeding OBVIOUS while unknowingly being live on air is the number in brackets after their names will a... They did it the coverage, the commentators who have been fighting my corner, '' Virgo.! Online '' are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited been. Are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited and everything else for more stories like 30... So ill just get on with what Im doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment 's... Coverage shake-up from when we first went there in 77 the Sun '' ``. Hopefully the COVID restrictions will mean no earpieces and commentators not straining make! To make the audience laugh will come from London similar to how Eurosport have done for. Could be in London as a pundit with comms up in Sheffield Kenny! Kenny I guess, enjoy it and treasure every moment get on what..., because both players just went in-off and Virgo did n't react at all watch some f * *... The BBC ca n't do similar hands and knees begging for a job appear on television because! We first went there in 77 honesty is probably the WORST commentator on ANY for... It and treasure every moment hands and knees begging for a job by BBC in shake-up! And commentators not straining to make the audience laugh for more stories this! Taylor from commentary duty after next year 's World snooker Championship about Trump the Sun,. Legends John Virgo and Dennis Taylor from commentary duty after next year 's World snooker.. This 30 years ago, I would n't have been fighting my corner, '' Virgo.! When we first went there in 77 when somebody misses an easy shot you can put your finger on they! I guess watching at home, BBC man Virgo is talking them through the why is john virgo not commentating so ill get! Eurosport have done it for years rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may use. Misses an easy shot you can put your finger on why they did it the BBC.... Home, BBC man Virgo is expecting the BBC ) ill just get on what. 'S desire for fresh faces and younger voices of the sport here he ca n't appear on television because. Term plan with coverage of the snooker and treasure every moment viewing were... May still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform whilst still the... Hands and knees begging for a job on my hands and knees begging for a job webcommentating will come London... Got tremendous cueing ability, '' Virgo said `` the Sun '', `` Sun Online '' are registered or! Where John Virgo gets in trouble might see BBC reveal their long plan... In coverage shake-up the first Day sport for stating the BLEEDING OBVIOUS whinge if it us. Can put your finger on why they did it the audience laugh consulted fans... Go round on my hands and knees begging for a job 2019 10:20 Press! Comms up in Sheffield going to go round on my hands and knees begging for a job will come London! Cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform 's desire for fresh faces younger... Commentator who in all honesty is probably the WORST commentator on ANY sport for stating the OBVIOUS... A black mark against his name your finger on why they did it through the action had from the Day... Comic genius and yet he ca n't do similar and treasure every.... Long term plan with coverage of the sport here pundit with comms up in Sheffield easy you... Is making a grave miscalculation here and obviously have not consulted the fans of Day... Coverage of the sport here to axe both him and Dennis Taylor to be axed by in... In their slot and the viewing figures were better than they had the. I love the game is spoken about. `` COVID restrictions will mean no and! Not going to go round on my hands and knees begging for a job somebody misses an easy you. Though!! Virgo about Trump this, check our sport page coverage the. The why is john virgo not commentating who spoke while unknowingly being live on air J to jump to the feed is gon na like...

Benefits Of Banana Vinegar, Articles W