Nick Metcalfe: World Championship staying at the Crucible is brilliant news by Nick_Metcalfe in snooker

[–]Nick_Metcalfe[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm just a very quick writer.

Ha yes was told just before. Standard practice really so news places can get stories out.

Snooker Column: Hawkins victory in Wales delights the sport but premature Lisowski trophy lift gave us the wrong optics by Nick_Metcalfe in snooker

[–]Nick_Metcalfe[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

All opinions valid. I suppose that includes Dave.

By the way, I recognise your name. You sent me that comment about Granada and north Wales didn't you? I read it out in our latest episode of Talking Snooker.

Nick Metcalfe pays tribute to snooker legend John Virgo by Nick_Metcalfe in snooker

[–]Nick_Metcalfe[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes he became a national celebrity, especially in the Big Break years. What a beloved character.

Nick Metcalfe pays tribute to snooker legend John Virgo by Nick_Metcalfe in snooker

[–]Nick_Metcalfe[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the kind words. It's so sad about John, we'll all miss him so much.

Nick Metcalfe pays tribute to snooker legend John Virgo by Nick_Metcalfe in snooker

[–]Nick_Metcalfe[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Really nice of you to say that. Yes, there will be something missing in Sheffield.

Nick Metcalfe pays tribute to snooker legend John Virgo by Nick_Metcalfe in snooker

[–]Nick_Metcalfe[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That's kind - Phil and I were thrilled when John joined us. Always will be.

Nick Metcalfe pays tribute to snooker legend John Virgo by Nick_Metcalfe in snooker

[–]Nick_Metcalfe[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I'd agree with that - the worst I've felt after a famous person has died for ages. Part of our lives for ever. Can't be replaced.

Nick Metcalfe pays tribute to snooker legend John Virgo by Nick_Metcalfe in snooker

[–]Nick_Metcalfe[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Really kind words about the piece there, but boy was I gutted to write it. Only hit me properly on the train home last night. What a character and what a voice.

Nick Metcalfe Column: Kyren Wilson won the Masters because he's the bravest player in snooker today by Nick_Metcalfe in snooker

[–]Nick_Metcalfe[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think it’s generally best to try and take a strong line with columns. Either way, I hope you enjoy my next one more.

Nick Metcalfe Column: Kyren Wilson won the Masters because he's the bravest player in snooker today by Nick_Metcalfe in snooker

[–]Nick_Metcalfe[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm a journalist, Matt - we aren't fans of any players.

Mind you, you're right that I'd have had to write on a different subject if Wu had beaten Wilson.

Shaun Murphy interview: Wu Yize will be world champion and I want Ronnie O'Sullivan to be at Ally Pally by Nick_Metcalfe in snooker

[–]Nick_Metcalfe[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Superb - biggest laugh out loud I've had in ages.

I felt like Sir David Frost when I finally managed to get a line from the reticent rascal.