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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

4 years

Lost my friend today, hard to think I won’t see him again. Gutted. RIP Willie.

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

4 months

Congrats to The Rocket @ronnieo147 I Raised the question in commentary tonight. Is or has there ever been a more talented sportsman? #Masters #Snooker

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2 years

Fantastic night for Ronnie @ronnieo147 Judd @judd147t will be back for certain. Great 17 days for snooker #bbcsnooker #snookerworldchampionship2022

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

4 years

Morning everyone, great win for Ronnie.Without doubt the best ever, most talented sportsman in the world today. He can beat Stephen’s record if he puts his mind to it. M’nwhile let’s savour the memory of a great Championship, & worthy winner.Hope to see you at next years event JV

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

3 years

Ronnie O’Sullivan is one of the greatest sportsman of all time. He has kept snooker in the public eye for decades. We should cherish and honour the moments he gives us . Vote Ronnie! #SPOTY

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

1 year

Sports Personality of the Year, tonight. Come on you snooker lovers, vote for the 7 times Champion of the World and the greatest player ever. The Rocket, Ronnie O’Sullivan @ronnieo147 . 👍 #SPOTY Where’s the trophy going? 😉

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

4 years

Big thanks to everyone for your kind comments. Hopefully we can get back to normal soon, take care snooker lovers #bbcsnooker #worldsnookerchampionship #SnookerWorldChamps #Snookerworldchampionships

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

4 years

Yes. Six time World Snooker Champion. Ronnie O’Sullivan. What a talent. #bbcsnooker #RonnieOSullivan #WorldSnookerChampionship2020 #snooker #snookerworldchampionship

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

3 years

Happy New Year snooker lovers, hoping to be at the Masters. Unlikely I will see any of you there unfortunately. A year out of our lives, hopefully it will be back to normal soon. Have a good one, all the very best JV #hny #NewYear

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John Virgo

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5 years

One of Ronnie's best ever victories, don't you just love Snooker

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@jvofficialjv

4 years

The King of the Crucible @SHendry775 is BACK. I always thought he retired too early. Will certainly add a bit of spice to the new season. Brave decision after what he has achieved, wish him nothing but the best. #StephenHendry #kingofthecrucible

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

5 months

Another outstanding performance from The Rocket @ronnieo147 . 30 years on and still at the top of the game. Amazing

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

4 years

Thanks for all the nice words. Strange world at the moment, I am missing being there, but what a great tournament its been. #SnookerWorldChamps #snookerworldchampionship #snooker

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

3 years

Great performance from Mark Selby, up there now with the greats of the game #WorldSnookerChampionship

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@jvofficialjv

4 years

WHAT A MATCH!, 4-0 down and winning 5-4 amazing result for THE WHIRLWIND @jimmywhite147 . Unlucky Ken @kendoherty1997

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

4 years

Loving the snooker, Higgins break one of the best ever seen at the Crucible. What a match 👍 #snookerworldchampionship #snooker

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

4 years

What a finish from the Rocket. I don’t like the miss rule either. Commiserations to Antony McGill, so unlucky #worldsnookerchampionship #Snookerworldchampionships #ronnie #cueaction

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

6 years

Well done Mark Allen @pistol147 . 40 years since the Hurricane won. Congrats Northern Ireland #masterssnooker

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

13 days

Ronnie looks good and I think Mark Allen has the edge in his game with John Higgins. I hope everyone is enjoying it, quarterfinals start tomorrow. Who’s your favourite to lift the title? #WorldSnookerChampionship #snooker #BBCSnooker #crucible

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@jvofficialjv

2 years

Jimmy White @jimmywhite147 , Rolling back the years in the World Seniors at the Crucible. Final tonight 7pm, BBC red button. Definitely worth a watch #bbcsport #bbcsnooker #worldchampionshipsnooker #SeniorsSnooker

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

22 days

Great to be back at the Crucible. Be fantastic if Ronnie @ronnieo147 could get his eighth title. Mark Allen @pistol147 and Mark Williams @markwil147 rate big dangers. Enjoy x #WorldSnookerChampionship #crucible

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

3 years

Amazing! Stephen Hendry v Jimmy White first qualifying match in the @BetfredSnooker World Championship. It will be shown live on @Eurosport_UK April 6th at 7-30pm, who do you think will win? #JimmyWhite #stephenhendry #worldsnooker

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

6 years

Many congratulations Ronnie. A genius at work @ronnieo147 #ronnieosullivan

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

4 years

Really looking forward to the last session with Ronnie & Mark hard to pick the winner #wheresthecueballgoing ?

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

4 years

Terrible news about my friend Willie Thorne, @TheWillieThorne my thoughts and prayers are with you buddy. Stay Strong.

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

5 years

Fantastic performance from Judd @judd147t It’s great for snooker. Dawn of a new era, could see a lot more naughty snooker from other players. Spare a thought for John Higgins. His third world final runner up. John is a true legend & will go down as one of the greats of the game

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@jvofficialjv

5 years

Just got back from the @WorldSeniors @ROKiTPhonesUK Masters at @crucibletheatre . A brilliant tournament. A pleasure & privilege to commentate on some of the greatest players the game has seen. Congratulations to @jimmywhite147 . A true legend and the best friend anyone can have.

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

6 years

Thanks for all the nice comments, about the Masters. Pleased to say that I will be in #Sheffield , and also commentating on the Welsh Open in #Cardiff at the end of February. Hopefully see you there

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

5 years

Merry Christmas everyone. Have a great day

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

5 years

The 2019 Seniors WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP - @jimmywhite147 the 2019 World Champion.

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

4 years

Missing out on the World Seniors, at the Crucible. Will be watching it on @BBCiPlayer Can The Whirlwind @jimmywhite147 defend his title, or can @SHendry775 prove he is the king of the Crucible #snooker @crucibletheatre #worldseniors

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

3 years

Seems like Jimmy getting the vote. Personally I’m finding it hard to pick a winner. Both players have done so much for the game, I hope they both play well, and its a great advert for snooker. I’ll be watching

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

6 years

Great win for @kendoherty1997 Ken, having a drink with him and @jimmywhite147 Jimmy in the hotel. He's over the moon, just about to have a drink out of the cup

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

5 months

The perfect Xmas surprise. A personalised message from me 😀🎄🎁

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

6 years

Great win for the Whirlwind @jimmywhite147 . Still producing the goods. Wish I was in York to commentate on his next match. I will be watching though, and rooting for him. Go Jimmy Go

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

4 years

Really looking forward to the first session tonight of the @ronnieo147 V @markjesterselby semi final. Was impressed with both players in their last match, a good start could be the key. #worldsnookerchampionship #SnookerWorldChamps #snooker

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

3 years

WHERE’S THE TROPHY GOING???……..It’s coming home #ThreeLions #Euro2020Final #EuroFinal #EnglandvsItaly

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

3 years

Very sad to hear of the passing of Peter Alliss. The doyen of sports commentary. My deepest sympathies to his wife Jackie and the Alliss family

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

18 days

Great win for Lesowski, it always promised to be the match of the first round. Feel for Ding, gave it everything. Going to the com box now, best seat in the house for @ronnieo147 Ronnie O’Sullivan Vs Jackson Page 💥 #WorldSnookerChampionship #crucible

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

12 days

Qtr’s start today. I’m working on O’Sullivan v Bingham. The pick of the matches has to be Wilson v Higgins, what a clearance by John to beat Mark Allen. The class of ‘92 never cease to amaze. #WorldSnookerChampionship #bbcsnooker #crucible

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

8 years

Thanks #coronationstreet fans for the tweets but I can confirm that I am NOT currently in The Rovers on @itvcorrie

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

5 years

Loving the snooker. Don't rule out Gary Wilson. What a fairy tale that would be. First met him aged 8 when he was on Junior Big Break, he has impressed very much don't rule him out. #snookerworldchampionship

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

3 years

Disappointed, we had tremendous talent on the bench didn’t use them. Too negative for me, playing at home and they have 65% possession, says it all. We have the players, roll on Qatar #wherestheworldcupgoing ?

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

14 days

Ronnie back in action this morning, I will be on the other match Murphy v Maguire, really looking forward to it #WorldSnookerChampionship #Snooker #crucible

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

3 years

Great performance from the Whirlwind, beating the boy from Brazil. Can he retain his title? The final is on the Red Button, starts 7-00pm tonight.

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

21 days

What an amazing first day, Luca Brecel must have had a sleepless night, wondering how he lost. Credit to Dave Gilbert for hanging on in there. The Crucible Curse, struck again!!! #WorldSnookerChampionship #crucible #sheffield

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

2 years

Rosie and I at @JessieJ concert. What a TALENT 😍

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

4 years

Should be a great final tonight @WorldSeniors Jimmy looks in good form, but Ken is always a tough nut to crack. Good luck guys, hope Snooker’s the winner @kendoherty1997 @jimmywhite147 #snooker

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@jvofficialjv

4 years

Scrappy 1st session, maybe a hangover from yesterday. Kyren will be very disappointed, Ronnie won’t be happy but the score line should cheer him up. Long way to go, big session for Wilson tonight #Snookerworldchampionships #worldsnookerchampionship #RonnieOSullivan #kyrenwilson

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

12 days

👍 Hayley Turner @Hayleyturner123 was over the other night. Loves the snooker and that Where’s the cue ball going?, hat looks really good 😊. . #WorldSnookerChampionship #snooker #wheresthecueballgoing

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@jvofficialjv

10 days

Not many of us would have predicted this Semi Final lineup, but I have to say, the four players remaining have played the best snooker, simple as that. Hard to pick a winner, I think it should be 3-1 each player it looks that open. #WorldSnookerChampionship #bbcsnooker #crucible

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

3 years

Really looking forward to the football tonight. Italy look a very strong team, but we have the better players. The talent we have on the bench is amazing. Hope the tactics Gareth implements work as they have done so far. Get behind the lads in every sporting way possible, enjoy

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

7 months

So sad to hear the news about Sir Bobby Charlton. The best English footballer ever. Was lucky to have spent time with him, absolute gentleman RIP

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

15 days

Just finished Trump v Ford - Judd looking very relaxed and will be happy with his game. On the Allen v Higgins game this afternoon, real heavyweight contest this one. The winner will have high hopes for the rest of the tournament, should be a cracker #WorldSnookerChampionship

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

5 years

What a match @ronnieo147 @judd147t Can Judd respond?

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

4 years

What a match, decider just started #SnookerSeniors #snooker

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

16 days

A reminder that the World Seniors Championship @WorldSeniors starts on the 8th May at the Crucible and its live on Channel Five. The Whirlwind defending his title @jimmywhite147 #WorldSnookerChampionship #worldseniors #snooker #crucible

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

16 days

Good win for John Higgins last night, sets up the tie of the second round against Mark Allen. Working this afternoon, tournament just beginning to warm up. #WorldSnookerChampionship #snooker #crucible

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

6 years

WHERE’S THE WORLD CUP GOING?

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

5 years

We’re lumberjacks and we’re OK .....

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

5 years

I’m in the studio @GMB

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

4 years

Well Played Marcus 👍 @MarcusRashford

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

7 years

2nd November is when my new book is out. #saygoodnightjv Foreword by my good friend and genius @jimmywhite147

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

3 years

As sports lovers, genius is a gift to us all, enjoy it when its there. #VoteRocket #SPOTY

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@jvofficialjv

11 days

I will be working on the second session this morning, it’s a big one. The two favourites Ronnie and Judd makes us realise that there are no pushovers. Exciting days play in prospect, enjoy! #BBCSnooker #snooker #SnookerWorldChampionship #crucible

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

7 months

Great win for the team in the Ryder Cup. Proud to be European 💥 #RyderCup2023 #RyderCupEurope

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@jvofficialjv

4 years

@kendoherty1997 @WeAreWST @BarryHearn You’ve still got it, have a great season

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

4 years

Great match, ruined by the miss rule. Unbelievable!! #snookerworldchampionship

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

5 years

I’d like to thank everyone for their support at the @EdenDoraTrust charity dinner for the @WorldSeniors Masters in Sheffield on Wednesday. Rosie and I had a wonderful time!’ ?!! Xx

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

19 days

Good matches today, a few unexpected results. The Williams V Si match could go either way. Ronnie starts out tomorrow. #WorldSnookerChampionship

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@jvofficialjv

2 years

Sad day, Lester Piggott, no longer with us. Never forget his ride on Royal Academy at the Breeders Cup. RIP the greatest 🏇

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

4 years

Watching the Crucible Classic on BBC 2. The directive at the time was let the pictures do the talking. Which one do you prefer, that or the modern way ?

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

4 years

Missing not being there, but its getting very exciting. What a great game between Wilson & McGill. Name the winner.. #worldsnookerchampionship #snookerworldchampionship #SnookerWorldChamps

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

5 years

I’m appearing on @GMB tomorrow morning at 8.20am. Can’t wait. Really looking forward to it. Be sure to tune in. For those that like a lie in there’s always @ITV + 1

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

5 years

Very sad to hear of the passing of Mike Watterson, the man responsible for taking the World Snooker Championship to the @crucibletheatre RIP Mike

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

20 days

Just finished the first session of the Bingham Wilson match. How did Stuart miss that black? Makes it very interesting for tonight #WorldSnookerChampionship #crucible

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

3 years

Very sad to hear of the passing of Chester Barnes, one of the funniest men I ever met. Deepest sympathy to the family RIP

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

4 years

Can't believe it's 40 years since I won it. Where have the years gone, enjoyed it though 👍 #snooker #ukchampionship

Vaughan Williams

@VaughanRvw02

4 years

@jvofficialjv Made up your there. Your commentary is top notch. Exciting.

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

5 years

Guess who’s doing a book signing At @WstoneSheffield Waterstones in Orchard Square on Saturday. I’m looking forward to seeing you there #saygoodnightjv

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

4 years

Happy New Year 😍😍

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

12 days

Enjoy today, we will see what happens as we close in on the semi - finals #SnookerWorldChampionship #bbcsnooker #crucible

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

6 years

The Rocket’s @ronnieo147 on fire in China, the records just keep tumbling. Roll on the Crucible

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

6 years

Terrible news about Ray Wilkins, fortune to know him lovely guy. Will be sadly missed, my thoughts are with his family

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@jvofficialjv

5 years

TIME CONFIRMED: My book signing is 11.30am this Saturday. Come along to Waterstones in Orchard Square, Sheffield. I look forward to seeing you there.

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

6 years

Thanks for the brilliant feedback on my book. I Will be doing a signing at Ally Pally in Jan. Details of where to purchase and further signings to follow.

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

6 years

He played well to win the @Snookerlegends U K Championship. He's a Legend. Go Jimmy go @jimmywhite147

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

6 months

Where’s the tea bag going?!!

Where's The Cue Ball Going?

@WhereBall

6 months

Best seller - get in time for Xmas. A cup of tea with JV @jvofficialjv in the mornings #Snooker

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

10 days

Just spoke to Mark Pearson from Betfred. They have made Wilson their 5-4 favourite to take the title. Bingham 9-4, Gilbert 5-1 and Jones 6-1. As I said earlier its hard to pick the winner. Therefore the value must be with, Gilbert or Jones. Should be exciting. Enjoy 😉 #snooker

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

8 years

Well done Ireland. Fantastic performance. Love to be in Dublin tonight

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

4 years

Yes I am back in York. Looking forward to it.

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@JonnoDew

4 years

@jvofficialjv Calling the UK this year JV?

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

21 days

With Joe Perry in the comm box this afternoon. I will be hearing all about Arsenal 🤷🏼‍♂️ #WorldSnookerChampionship

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

3 years

Any questions?

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

5 years

Game on!

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

13 days

It’s the finish of the second round matches today. Four games play to an end. Wilson has looked impressive and the Lisowski v Bingham match has had everything, hard to pick the winner of that one. #WorldSnookerChampionship #BBCSnooker #crucible

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

5 years

What's happening

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

5 years

If you are free on the 11th April then head to the @crucibletheatre for the World Seniors Masters. A must for any snooker fan. Opening match is @CliffThorburn v @SHendry775 #worldseniorsmasters #snooker #sheffield #crucible

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@jvofficialjv

7 years

Snooker ace John Virgo reveals how gambling addiction nearly ruined his life

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

4 years

Great win for Ding, thought he played really well. When Ronnie got back to 4 a peice Ding responded brilliantly. He will take the beating now.

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John Virgo

@jvofficialjv

5 years

Get this one in the diary. A chance to play The Rocket

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@jvofficialjv

4 years

Great lineup for the semifinals of the World Seniors @Snookerlegends Watch it on BBC on line @BBCiPlayer and Matchroom live Final tonight #SnookerSeniors #snooker

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