This incident has sparked outrage at the commentator who spoke while unknowingly being live on air. 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. You can only whinge if it makes us chuckle, Press J to jump to the feed. Although I think all players are the same arent they? Could this mean less inane chat than usual? If you haven't listened to this week's episode yet, it's available from all good podcast providers. WebCommentating will come from London similar to how Eurosport have done it for years. ", @hen10freeman asked: "Are they being replaced by better pundits or just for the sake of it?" 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. 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. 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. WebThe BBC are reportedly set to axe commentators John Virgo and Dennis Taylor after the 2023 World Snooker Championship. By Amy Johnson I find it incredible that they pay John Virgo for the inane shite which spews out of his mouth while he is commentating. He said: "I wouldnt have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner. 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. while @SimpletonOf sarcastically added: "Quite right BBC. Should sports commentators be released because of their age? What the hell is the number in brackets after their names? This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. ", And he insists he's not going to waste time being bitter about the call: I cant have any bad feelings,: he added. But this is not the first time John Virgo gets in trouble over the years. r/snooker 41K subscribers maxington26 2 days ago I got access to the new GPT version of Bing. Virgo would love the show to return - if only to spark interest in a sport with a dwindling and ageing fanbase. 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. "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?". "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. In fact a number of fans have taken to social media to voice their concerns about Virgo, notably his insistence of shouting 'ton up!' 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. 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. Hes taken the red on here though. This issue where John Virgo gets in trouble might see BBC reveal their long term plan with coverage of the snooker. John Virgo is expecting the BBC to axe both him and Dennis Taylor from commentary duty after next year's World Snooker Championship. Hes taken the red on here though!!. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. We replaced Question of Sport in their slot and the viewing figures were better than they had from the first day. But for some in attendance at the Crucible and those watching at home, BBC man Virgo is talking them through the action. Virgo, 76, and Dennis Taylor were supposed to have one final hurrah at this 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. 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. A more pedestrian commentator there has never been. Social media went crazy yesterday after the incident which sparked further debate on the commentator. Snooker legends John Virgo and Dennis Taylor to be axed by BBC in coverage shake-up. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. WebICONIC Snooker commentator John Virgo has accepted the BBC's decision to replace him in 2023. In 2016, the Northern Irishman was rushed to hospital midway through the world tournament in Sheffield whilst working as a pundit. He acts as a pundit and a comm though and that doesn't state which. Steve Edmonds goes behind the scenes at the Crucible and chats to legendary snooker commentator John Virgo in Sheffield. 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. ", which is gonna sound like Kenny I guess. It will be interesting to see how BBC handles the incident going forward into the next tournaments and if they renew their contract with John Virgo particularly after the ten year deal world snooker struck with Eurosport where Ronnie OSullivan and Jimmy White are regular commentators. I'd love Ken to pull him up for repeatedly calling him Kenny. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. I think Dennis Taylor has claimed that line now. I just feel it's a waste of a talent. With most of the BBC snooker commentators ageing, BBC doesnt really seem to be bringing new younger commentators it would seem. "Thats the decision theyre making, so yeah, I havent really felt it at the moment but I probably will do come the World Championship. This year's snooker world championships at the Crucible have been eventful for play on and off the table. When someone misses a ball at the end of a frame winning break and he always says the exact same thing every single time. Advertisement Where does John Virgo live now? They play shots, theres not many shots that people play that I havent seen, you know. Last month, BBC commentator Virgo told the Talking Snooker podcast that he thought Trump was "disappointing" last season. Although I think all players are the same arent they? WebI find it incredible that they pay John Virgo for the inane shite which spews out of his mouth while he is commentating. Why is this happening??? But it appears his running commentary isn't for everyone. 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. 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. Yes we know John, stfu. 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. I think thats definite. 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. "Scoop or whatever it is, I dont know, but thats what were getting, that this will be our last season. 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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 Report peckerdunne April 27, 2019 10:20 PM In fact, before today's match the duo have battled it out in 196 frames over the years, both winning 98 each. When somebody misses an easy shot you can put your finger on why they did it. Something went wrong, please try again later. 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. Take a drink every time he says inch perfect , take a shot every time he says wheres the cue ball going and down your drink every time he says TON UP! wrote one. Fox News own research team has warned colleagues not to trust some of the networks top commentators claims about Ukraine. John Virgo has had a long career in snooker spanning from the 70s onward where he competed in professional snooker before co-hosting TV productions such as the BBCs pot black show and commentating on the BBCs coverage of snooker until present. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. That infuriating habit of every sentence. Im not criticising the decision, I know nothing lasts for ever. I'd say yer man shut up after that. John Virgo is said to be ' embarrassed and apologetic' after he was heard to swear during BBC One's coverage of World Snooker Championship. It was quickly ushered out of the arena through the players entrance, surprising defending champion Selby, who was returning to the arena at the time. 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. The First Snooker World Championship 1927, How to play snooker: The basic principles of the game, 128 pro players: Nobody knows them, theyre never gonna get anywhere says Ronnie OSullivan, Custom pool tables: A great alternative to a snooker table, Snooker table size and dimensions for room, Save up to 50% at any snooker cue sale store with our clever buying guide. So Ill just get on with what Im doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. WebThe 70-year-old commentator did not believe he was on air while speaking to a colleague away from the microphone during Mark Selby and Marco Fu's semi-final on Saturday The World Championship will be our last one. The news has enraged fans though, with @pf4u tweeting: "Terrible decision, John Virgo is a legend. John Virgo has paid an emotional tribute to his close friend and colleague Willie Thorne, who passed away on Wednesday aged 66. "I wouldn't have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner," Virgo said. 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. Back in September, Virgo revealed that the BBC 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. Speaking to the same publication, Virgo said he does not have "any bad feelings" towards the broadcaster over their decision. He talks crap but is probably the most entertaining commentator. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Google took me to Wikipedia, which took brought me to Pot Black, thenJim 'nick, nick' Davidson.upvote anyway! Also the comm boxes arent large enough to socially distance in from what I remember. Higgins and Trump are going about their business with no distractions. When somebody misses an easy shot you can put your finger on why they did it. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. "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. The former professional player said he would be trying something different rather than fighting his corner. Virgo, 76, and Dennis Taylor were supposed to have one final hurrah at this My two main pet peeves of his that come to mind, When he says anything twice during a shot. BBC pundit John Virgo joked wheres the pigeon going?. "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. View our online Press Pack. I think it was mentioned on the Snooker Scene podcast yesterday. 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. Ha!Ha! 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. I understand that you get over a certain age and they want to try something different. But I understand, nothing lasts for ever, I understand that.. Thats the decision theyre making, so yeah, I havent really felt it at the moment but I probably will do come the World Championship, he said. GBNEWS. When did he start to become annoying? 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