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.