"For those of you watching in black and white, the pink is next to the green.". Press J to jump to the feed. 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. He is the best of the lot. ICONIC Snooker commentator John Virgo has accepted the BBC's decision to replace him in 2023. Speaking to the same publication, Virgo said he does not have "any bad feelings" towards the broadcaster over their decision. WebJohn Virgo From Lancashire England, former professional snooker player. 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 Back in September, Virgo revealed that the BBC 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. 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. Last month, BBC commentator Virgo told the Talking Snooker podcast that he thought Trump was "disappointing" last season. Change the coverage, the commentators who have been around a long time, change the way the game is spoken about.. "Please please please tell John Virgo to stop talking," one said. 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). 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. Lol i thought it was just me, not to mention his constant wheres the cueball going?.. having said that shaun murphy is far more annoying recently. "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? 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. 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. 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. 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. Not my choice, theirs (the BBC). For more stories like this,check our sport page. By Amy Johnson a fifth wrote. John Parrot is also better than Virgo. This issue where John Virgo gets in trouble might see BBC reveal their long term plan with coverage of the snooker. Virgo, 76, and Dennis Taylor were supposed to have one final hurrah at this By 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. ", 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.. WebI have just watched today's final session of Robertson v Higgins, with John Virgo & Steve Davis commentating. You know they can control the delay between live and near-live broadcast, right? He also famously presented Big Break with Jim Davidson, and continued to play in exhibition matches long after retirement. "It will change, sooner rather than later, but I wont have any complaints because Ive enjoyed it. It was definitely after the '92 final, because both players just went in-off and Virgo didn't react at all. "The John Virgo drinking game. So it will be hard, but as I say, nothing lasts forever, and Ill give it my best shot and that will be it. Being younger, you might put an emoji on the bottom of it, but how are you going to better it? As John Virgo gets in trouble over swearing live on TV, he has come out and said he is highly embarrassed and apologetic for his comments. 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. When someone misses a ball at the end of a frame winning break and he always says the exact same thing every single time. 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. 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. Its not my decision, I love the game and everything else. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on So I'll just get on with what I'm doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. 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 ", 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. ". It's understandable. 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 World Championship will be our last one. But it appears his running commentary isn't for everyone. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Pigeons have been frequent visitors to Wimbledons service lines but it is believed to the first time they have invaded the Sheffield venue. The two snooker greats are battling it out at the Crucible this afternoon to be crowned 2019 world champion. But I understand, nothing lasts for ever, I understand that.. This incident has sparked outrage at the commentator who spoke while unknowingly being live on air. 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. "I wouldnt have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner," he told The Telegraph. 6 comments 93% Upvoted This thread is archived New 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. 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. "I wouldn't have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner," Virgo said. His schedule is now full of exhibitions events and theatre shows so there is no sign of slowing down for the snooker veteran. He talks crap but is probably the most entertaining commentator. 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. The show propelled Virgo and his co-host Jim Davidson into the limelight and the pair performed pantomime together for eight years. "I'm not sure I'm mentally prepared to keep listening to John Virgo hollering 'ton up'," one tweeted. Not my choice, theirs [the BBC]. Higgins and Trump are going about their business with no distractions. Who would want to hear the opinions of two well liked, engaging white men who know what they are talking about? 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. But now Virgo has revealed that both he and Taylor, 73, will be stepped down next year. My two main pet peeves of his that come to mind, When he says anything twice during a shot. ", @hen10freeman asked: "Are they being replaced by better pundits or just for the sake of it?" ", Get email updates with the day's biggest stories. JV was like a different person than this morning. while @SimpletonOf sarcastically added: "Quite right BBC. I enjoyed Jack Losowski yesterday too. He thought his mic was off but unfortunately it was still on. Advertisement Where does John Virgo live now? WebI find it incredible that they pay John Virgo for the inane shite which spews out of his mouth while he is commentating. He wont catch on, its the wrong age group and certainly the wrong sport. WebICONIC Snooker commentator John Virgo has accepted the BBC's decision to replace him in 2023. 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. "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?". However, the Telegraph claim that Virgo and Taylor have been granted 'a stay of execution to 2023' by the BBC. He acts as a pundit and a comm though and that doesn't state which. 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. When somebody misses an easy shot you can put your finger on why they did it. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Doesnt matter about the black. But the 76-year-old has revealed both he and Taylor will not be commentating on the snooker after 2023. A more pedestrian commentator there has never been. 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. The former professional player said he would be trying something different rather than fighting his corner. "For the love of God can you shut John Virgo up!" ES do this cos their feed runs late.. not an option for Im not criticising the decision, I know nothing lasts for ever. 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 We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Steve Edmonds goes behind the scenes at the Crucible and chats to legendary snooker commentator John Virgo in Sheffield. 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. Ha!Ha! The recognisable voice of snooker, Virgo has presented the sport since retiring in 1994, also appearing on the Big Break with Jim Davidson. "I'm past that. Jamie Micklethwaite. The former snooker player acknowledges the BBC's desire for fresh faces and younger voices. 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. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. I'd say yer man shut up after that. "It was life-changing," Virgo added of the show. I think thats definite. Although I think all players are the same arent they? John Virgo has paid an emotional tribute to his close friend and colleague Willie Thorne, who passed away on Wednesday aged 66. 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. 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 Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. 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. Along with Dennis (Taylor) apparently. whenever one of Higgins or Trump makes a century break. I've really liked how many of them have covered this tournament. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. 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. 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 I understand that you get over a certain age and they want to try something different.. Anything confirmation of this? 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. Virgo, 76, and Dennis Taylor were supposed to have one final hurrah at 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 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. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Virgo, 76, and Dennis Taylor were supposed to have one final hurrah at this year's World Championships but they have been given one more year. Could this mean less inane chat than usual? We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. This year's snooker world championships at the Crucible have been eventful for play on and off the table. WebJohn Virgo isn't commentating on the snooker, so how am I supposed to know WHERE THE CUE BALL'S GOING? They play shots, theres not many shots that people play that I havent seen, you know. He comes out with a fair bit of waffle but he's part of the furniture. View our online Press Pack. With most of the BBC snooker commentators ageing, BBC doesnt really seem to be bringing new younger commentators it would seem. But for some in attendance at the Crucible and those watching at home, BBC man Virgo is talking them through the action. 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