Snooker 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. Asked about Trumps comments, Virgo said: I still think weve got something to offer. Change the coverage, the commentators who have been around a long time, change the way the game is spoken about.". Press J to jump to the feed. 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. 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. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on On Trumps comments, Virgo added: "I still think weve got something to offer. WebJohn Virgo exclusive interview: 'He wasn't everyone's cup of tea but Jim Davidson is still my mate' Virgo reflects on his unlikely friendship and the state of snooker as he nears the He wont catch on, its the wrong age group and certainly the wrong sport. 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 do like Ken Doherty's Press J to jump to the feed. 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. WebI find it incredible that they pay John Virgo for the inane shite which spews out of his mouth while he is commentating. This incident has sparked outrage at the commentator who spoke while unknowingly being live on air. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Let us know in the comments section. "I wouldn't have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner," Virgo said. The World Championship will be our last one. Doesnt matter about the black. Ha!Ha! 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". So it will be hard, but as I say, nothing lasts forever, and Ill give it my best shot and that will be it. Hes taken the red on here though. 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. 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. By Amy Johnson "I wouldnt have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner," he told The Telegraph. He is the best of the lot. ICONIC Snooker commentator John Virgo has accepted the BBC's decision to replace him in 2023. 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. "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 news has enraged fans though, with @pf4u tweeting: "Terrible decision, John Virgo is a legend. "I'm past that. When somebody misses an easy shot you can put your finger on why they did it. ", A BBC Spokesperson said: "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.". In 2016, the Northern Irishman was rushed to hospital midway through the world tournament in Sheffield whilst working as a pundit. 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. A pigeon even briefly stopped play at the midway through the second round match between Mark Selby and Yan Bingtao. Virgo lives in Im not criticising the decision, I know nothing lasts for ever. 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? 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 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. I find it incredible that they pay John Virgo for the inane shite which spews out of his mouth while he is commentating. 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. So I'll just get on with what I'm doing, enjoy it and treasure every moment. He told The Telegraph: "I wouldnt have been like this 30 years ago, I would have been fighting my corner. John Virgo believes the next World Snooker Championship will be the last for him and Dennis Taylor in the commentary box, expecting to be cut from the BBCs coverage. 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. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Back in September, Virgo revealed that the BBC had told him that this year's World Championship would be his last, along with Taylor. "If someones in a spot of botherDennis is the best line-drawer in the business, if someones in a snooker. But I understand, nothing lasts for ever, I understand that.. Something went wrong, please try again later. 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. But no, I understand. But now Virgo has revealed that both he and Taylor, 73, will be stepped down next year. The 70 year old 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. A more pedestrian commentator there has never been. 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. 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. Should sports commentators be released because of their age? ES do this cos their feed runs late.. not an option for Along with Dennis (Taylor) apparently. 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. 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. "But no, I understand. 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Being younger, you might put an emoji on the bottom of it, but how are you going to better it? Scoop or whatever it is, I dont know, but thats what were getting, that this will be our last season. I just feel it's a waste of a talent. They play shots, theres not many shots that people play that I havent seen, you know. "We were up against Blind Date and we were getting as many viewers. 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. Anyone but Perry. The World Championship will be our last one. a fifth wrote. I think thats definite. In fact, before today's match the duo have battled it out in 196 frames over the years, both winning 98 each. ", John Virgo has worked as a commentator since retiring in 1994. If you haven't listened to this week's episode yet, it's available from all good podcast providers. However, the Telegraph claim that Virgo and Taylor have been granted 'a stay of execution to 2023' by the BBC. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. whenever one of Higgins or Trump makes a century break. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. When somebody misses an easy shot you can put your finger on why they did it. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. 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. I dont think the shots have changed, I dont think the mentality [has changed]. 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. ", Get email updates with the day's biggest stories. 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. Being younger, you might put an emoji on the bottom of it, but how are you going to better it? Its not my decision, I love the game and everything else. 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 Back in September, Virgo revealed that the BBC 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. The 75-year-old has become one of the ". When someone misses a ball at the end of a frame winning break and he always says the exact same thing every single time. 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