"Im not going to go round on my hands and knees begging for a job. Fox News own research team has warned colleagues not to trust some of the networks top commentators claims about Ukraine. 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. Looks like the BBC could have a commentator shortage with 2 commentators in the tournament. Although I think all players are the same arent they? 6 comments 93% Upvoted This thread is archived New GBNEWS. The two snooker greats are battling it out at the Crucible this afternoon to be crowned 2019 world champion. "If someones in a spot of botherDennis is the best line-drawer in the business, if someones in a snooker. I cant have any bad feelings. It was definitely after the '92 final, because both players just went in-off and Virgo didn't react at all. "For those of you watching in black and white, the pink is next to the green.". Veteran BBC snooker commentator John Virgo, Virgo also presented Big Break on the BBC for more than a decade alongside comedian Jim Davidson, Kyren Wilson pranks Crucible crowd by pretending to go for pink while on 147 break, Neil Robertson sends Crucible crowd wild with his first-ever World Championship maximum. Why is this happening??? Virgo, 76, and Dennis Taylor were supposed to have one final hurrah at this Won the UK championship in 1979 and co-hosted big break in the late 80s and early 90s. I really like Ken. 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By Amy Johnson I dont think the shots have changed, I dont think the mentality [has changed]. 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. 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. The World Championship will be our last one. "But no, I understand. John Virgo is presently living in Cobham, Surrey. 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 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 Hes taken the red on here though!!. Not sure why it annoys me so much. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Along with Dennis apparently. I understand that you get over a certain age and they want to try something different. He thought his mic was off but unfortunately it was still on. "I wouldn't have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner," Virgo said. 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 ", which is gonna sound like Kenny I guess. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Speaking to the same publication, Virgo said he does not have "any bad feelings" towards the broadcaster over their decision. I think it was mentioned on the Snooker Scene podcast yesterday. I understand that you get over a certain age and they want to try something different.. Radzi Chinyanganya (born 12 September 1987) is a British presenter, formerly of the BBC children's TV programme Blue Peter, from 2013 until 2019, and a co-presenter for the ITV game show Cannonball since 2017. On Trumps comments, Virgo added: "I still think weve got something to offer. But this is not the first time John Virgo gets in trouble over the years. 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. 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'd say yer man shut up after that. I dont think the shots have changed, I dont think the mentality [has changed]. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. I think thats definite. Anyone but Perry. Social media went crazy yesterday after the incident which sparked further debate on the commentator. "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? 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. JOHN HIGGINS takes on Judd Trump in the World Snooker Championship today and tomorrow - but it's BBC commentator John Virgo taking the spotlight during the first session. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. I can't have any bad feelings. Hopefully the COVID restrictions will mean no earpieces and commentators not straining to make the audience laugh. Who would want to hear the opinions of two well liked, engaging white men who know what they are talking about? The former snooker player acknowledges the BBC's desire for fresh faces and younger voices. "We were up against Blind Date and we were getting as many viewers. I'd love Ken to pull him up for repeatedly calling him Kenny. I just feel it's a waste of a talent. The 70 year old commentator was heard sayingI wanted to watch a bit of racing this afternoon. Listen to his betters and thats just about everyone, especially Hendry. 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". 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. IMHO Virgo is a shite commentator who In all honesty is probably THE WORST commentator on ANY sport for stating the BLEEDING OBVIOUS. WebJohn Virgo and Dennis Taylor are set to leave their posts as the BBC's main snooker commentators in a years' time, with the duo having gone through the highs and lows of 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. Something went wrong, please try again later. So I'll just get on with what I'm doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. 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. The 70 year old https://twitter.com/SHendry775/status/1 7364228096, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radzi_Chinyanganya. So it will be hard, but as I say, nothing lasts forever, and Ill give it my best shot and that will be it, yeah. 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. Its not my decision, I love the game and everything else. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. WebThe BBC are reportedly set to axe commentators John Virgo and Dennis Taylor after the 2023 World Snooker Championship. Legendary snooker presenters John Virgo and Dennis Taylor are to be axed from BBC coverage from 2023. Doesnt matter about the black. He also famously presented Big Break with Jim Davidson, and continued to play in exhibition matches long after retirement. ! Willie Thorne From Leicester England, former professional snooker player. The recognisable voice of snooker, Virgo has presented the sport since retiring in 1994, also appearing on the Big Break with Jim Davidson. I think Dennis Taylor has claimed that line now. to the people watching on TV. Jamie Micklethwaite. John Virgo has paid an emotional tribute to his close friend and colleague Willie Thorne, who passed away on Wednesday aged 66. Ha!Ha! The former professional player said he would be trying something Does anyone remember? Virgo, 76, has been integral to viewers ever since finishing his own professional career in 1994. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. WebCommentating will come from London similar to how Eurosport have done it for years. Change the coverage, the commentators who have been around a long time, change the way the game is spoken about.. When did he start to become annoying? Higgins won on that occasion, making it four world titles for the Scot. He said: "I wouldnt have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner. Steve Edmonds goes behind the scenes at the Crucible and chats to legendary snooker commentator John Virgo in Sheffield. Google took me to Wikipedia, which took brought me to Pot Black, thenJim 'nick, nick' Davidson.upvote anyway! John Virgo Illness And Health Problems Update There had been rumours that John Virgo have gotten Parkinsons. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. 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. 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. I think the best thing they could do is to try to make sure they always have a good mix of as many of them as possible. "It will change, sooner rather than later, but I wont have any complaints because Ive enjoyed it. This year's snooker world championships at the Crucible have been eventful for play on and off the table. I do like Ken Doherty's Press J to jump to the feed. I enjoyed Jack Losowski yesterday too. I've really liked how many of them have covered this tournament. 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. 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. Change the coverage, the commentators who have been around a long time, change the way the game is spoken about.". while @SimpletonOf sarcastically added: "Quite right BBC. 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. 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