John Virgo, former snooker player and broadcaster, dies aged 79

John Virgo, former snooker player and broadcaster, dies aged 79

The GuardianWednesday 4 February 2026🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
John Virgo, former snooker player and broadcaster, dies aged 79

Virgo, who won the UK Championship in 1979, enjoyed a long playing career but was best known for his TV work The much-loved snooker player and commentator John Virgo has died at the age of 79, World Snooker has announced. Virgo, who won the UK Championship in 1979, enjoyed a successful playing career but was best known for his broadcasting. Continue reading...

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