"Everyone at World Snooker Tour is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of legendary snooker player and broadcaster John ...

Since the World Championship moved to Sheffield in 1977 only six players have won the title more than once – Steve Davis, Stephen Hendry, Ronnie O’Sullivan, John Higgins, Mark Williams and Mark Selby ...

Iconic snooker commentator John Virgo once had his home repossessed after his gambling addiction and failed marriages. Virgo, ...

John Virgo has died at the age of 79 after lending his voice to the BBC's snooker coverage for more than three decades.

John Virgo: The legendary commentator who ushered in snooker’s golden age - John Virgo passed away at the age of 79 in Spain ...

The Englishman became one of the sport’s best-loved commentators, best known for his trademark cry of ‘Where’s the cue ball ...

Xiao Guodong feels "sorry" for his idol Ronnie O'Sullivan after beating the seven-time world champion 5-3 in the second round of the World Grand Prix.

Following the sad news of John Virgo's death, the Mirror takes a look at what came next for the snooker legend and his costar ...

Snooker great John Virgo, who won the UK Championship in 1979, enjoyed a long and storied career but was perhaps best known for his work as a broadcaster.

Many will remember Virgo most for his role on Big Break as the dry, sidekick to frontman Jim Davidson on the primetime BBC snooker-themed game show.

Jim Davidson co-hosted the BBC's snooker programme 'Big Break' between 1991 and 2002 alongside John Virgo for over 200 ...