4 h. ago BBC snooker legend John Virgo opens up on gambling addiction and failed marriages

Virgo, 79, has been past of the BBC snooker coverage for more than 30 years.

Events

4 h. ago BBC snooker's John Virgo saw home repossessed as he battled addiction and two failed marriages

John Virgo is one of the most recognisable voices in snooker and has been part of the BBC's coverage of the sport for over 30 years, but his life has been marred by addiction

Events

23 h. ago BBC star John Virgo had house repossessed amid addiction struggle and two failed marriages

The legendary snooker commentator has overcome personal struggles to become a fan favourite on the BBC

Events

31 h. ago John Parrott’s wife, net worth, Question of Sport exit and stance on BBC snooker outcry

John Parrott has been a familiar face on BBC snooker coverage for a number of years and has enjoyed a successful career in the sport both on the baize and in the commentary booth

Politics

32 h. ago John Parrott’s huge net worth, private wife and BBC Question of Sport exit

Former snooker star John Parrott has been a BBC mainstay since transitioning into punditry after hanging up his cue, and he’s earned a tidy sum for his troubles

Politics

6 d. ago Steve Davis in disbelief as BBC snooker star responds to John Higgins dig

We are now approaching the business end of the World Snooker Championship, with the players preparing themselves for the quarter-finals of the prestigious event in Sheffield

Politics

7 d. ago John Higgins to face Mark Williams in World Championship quarter

Scot Higgins held his nerve to win his marathon clash against Xiao Guodong.

Politics

8 d. ago John Higgins leaves John Virgo speechless after huge moment in World Championship match

John Higgins made a huge mistake when he potted the white in the World Snooker Championship clash with Xiao Guodong, with BBC commentator John Virgo was left stunned by the Scot's error

Politics

1 week ago BBC presenter Seema Jaswal opens up on heartbreaking moment she stepped in to hug snooker star John Higgins as he broke down in tears on live TV

EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY DAVID COVERDALE: The moment of the World Snooker Championship so far has not been an epic encounter on the table - but an emotional embrace on TV.

Politics

1 week ago Snooker champion John Higgins comforted by BBC presenter after bursting into tears during live interview

Four-time world snooker champion John Higgins has revealed the personal reason he broke down during a live BBC interview.

Sport

1 week ago Snooker star consoled by BBC host as he breaks down in tears over family heartache

John Higgins was left in tears as he opened up on his family's recent health scare during the BBC's coverage of the World Snooker Championship at the Crucible Theatre

Politics

1 week ago Snooker star John Higgins breaks down on live TV as BBC host comforts him after turmoil

John Higgins booked his place in the second round of the World Snooker Championship with a 10-7 win over Joe O'Connor

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