Fascinating early moments in this match. First off, I already spend most of my time working in snooker. Eurosport Snooker commentator David Hendon has worked in the sport for many years, but during his spare time away from the box he has become an acclaimed playwright. Brecel living up to his nickname as the 'Belgian Bullet'. The white is now stuck to a red which is stuck to the side cushion and they're scraping one off t'other, repeatedly. Selby misses to right corner; so does Allen; then Selby gets himself in. There are a lot of references which are uniquely British, so we will see how they adapt. Tut tut. These two control the white and see the game so well, which means lessons in snooker for us. Still life in this opening frame yet with four reds left on the table. Fellow world champions Dennis Taylor, John Parrott and Ken Doherty are also behind the microphone during the tournament. Theyre always paired with an ex-pro to provide the colour commentary, with insights about the racing, learned through their time in the pro ranks. "Amaaazing" purrs Uncle Joe, then the pack is broken off the blue, there's claret everywhere, and he's doing all he can to force an overnight lead. Si misses brown six times attempting to escape from the gas cooker handing 24 points straight back to his opponent. The fabled one-table set-up is upon us. Si steps up to slot pink and black. The lead commentator for cyclocross and womens cycling on Eurosport. O'Sullivan could not make a break over 30 in the final seven frames yesterday, but Si has brought some ammunition to this encounter. Willie Thorne; "I used to play this guy in my club in Leicester." Drops in the brown and lands nicely on red on top cush. A few early excursions from Si to the table, but just running out of position at the wrong time. That is utterly remarkable. 97 percent pot success. Stephen Hendry | Lockdown ReflectionsIt can't really be 30 years since the Crucible King won his first world title, can it!? Allen misses a glide to left-middle but it doesn't matter, 78 and a good night's sleep for him, two frames to the good. Bit of Mark Selby v Mark Allen? Brecel playing without a B game out there. This has been an exceptional response from Si. Si Jiahui described as fearless by an animated MC Rob Walker. In the two frames Allen won, you could almost forget how well Selby's playing; thinking he had his measure. I understand nothing from snooker. Not so great news for Scotland's Anthony McGill, who saw his hopes of a second world semi-final appearance in three years evaporate in the Sheffield night. But again, no position to continue the break as he is forced to run back to the top cushion for cover. Probably now the highest-profile commentator on Eurosport, the only criticism Rob seems to get is due to his perfect pronunciation of all words in all languages. He gets full reward for it too, Selby missing a long one and leaving him in. Copyright 2015-2023 ProCyclingUK - All rights Reserved, 2024 Womens WorldTour Promotion/Relegation Standings, Shimano 105 Groupset: A Comprehensive Guide, Ally Wollaston wins Stage 2 and GC at Festival Elsy Jacobs, Discovering the Beauty and Legacy of Lagos de Covadonga and the Vuelta a Espaa. The Scotsman mixes between the role of co-commentator during matches and then as an analyst, both post-match and between session breaks. Feeling it a bit more today because of the Si onslaught. He learnt the script in no time at all and brought a lot of his own ideas for the character. He goes for pink to the green pocket down the table, but misses it and pink rests over the left middle bag. - Brecel lands extraordinary fluke early on against Si, Brecel reflects on 'unbelievable' victory over O'Sullivan and Hendry being his 'hero', 'There's something about this kid' - White and McManus laud Si, Highlights: O'Sullivan stunned by Brecel in Crucible shock, 'Possibly the worst match Ive ever played' - McGill after defeat to Si. So he takes a while deciding what to do, then plays an absolute stinker, hitting the brown full-ball. It will be intriguing to see how it does over there. Selby returns to the table seeking three snookers, and I wonder if one reason he does this is every player he plays knows, nothing easy, nothing for free. Which he will be grateful for. Astonishing end to the session. Into the lead with just three reds left up. The unpredictable Belgian roared back from 10-6 down by winning every frame in an inspired final-session performance to and deny him the opportunity of at the Crucible Theatre. Selby seemed to be complaining about something to the tournament director, but they come back out and off we go. This is high, high-class stuff. Allen finds himself on the bottom rail, taking more than three minutes to work out a shot, and he makes it happen, coming off the side, flicking a red, off the top, other side, and back to baulk. Pops in the black to move ahead in this frame by seven points. I wonder if Allen fancies himself in the battle, or would prefer to get out of it as soon as possible. Regularly commentates for Eurosport in recent years. Had it been a disaster, I would probably have stopped there. A long-time member of the womens peloton, Dani Christmas retired from racing at the end of the 2021 season and moved into the commentary booth. I came at the play from from two different angles: snooker and theatre. Kyren Wilson is one of the steeliest players on the World Snooker circuit and he kept his Crucible hopes alive with a determined second session against Stuart Bingham. As his profile grew, he began compering cycling events like the 6 Day track racing and is regularly used by Zwift for their online commentary race events too. WebEurosport Snooker commentator David Hendon has worked in the sport for many years, but during his spare time away from the box he has become an acclaimed playwright. A delicate red allows Allen to play for the black, meaning Selby needs two snookers, with the final red out of commission. A little bout of safety here. I think it is a bit like being a snooker player in the sense that once you have been to the Crucible you have the hunger to do it again!. This match is going to be. Bringing his A game to the sport's biggest stage. The play was an attempt to tell the story of one person suffering from it, but you also hear about his family relationships and how it can impact other people. The afternoon matches and both sessions of the final will be simulcast live on Eurosport 1 and Quest. But not for long as Si buries a brilliant long red with no fear. Si escapes from the snooker with the old hit and hope, but has presented his opponent with a glorious chance to build up a decent lead at this visit. Are we heading for another century? Has been quite the afternoon so far. Seema Jaswal is again one of the BBC presenters leading the presentation of the action at the Crucible Theatre, having first appeared on the channels coverage in 2019. Red to Selby, in behind the yellow, escape into the pack, fine starter bridging awkwardly, and Selby breaks the pack to finish on nowt. For non-British based viewers shes been on the world feed for Grand Tours. Often paired with Marty McCrossan, youre most likely to hear Dani Christmas covering womens racing. Just a lapse in concentration at the wrong time. It wasnt disrespectful to snooker, far from it. A former rider who has stepped up to lead commentary after initially being a colour commentator. Luca forced to sit and watch the young Chinese potting prodigy show off his considerable wares as another mid-range red disappears. Looking very fluid early doors, but Si also sharp at close range. The first former rider to jump into lead commentary from GCN when it was just a humble Youtube channel! We will be back at 6:30pm BST with Mark Selby meeting Mark Allen as two of the sport's form men collide for their opening session. Luca Brecel -. Both men know how close this could be, so are taking such care over every shot. You used to hear Declan Quigley covering the Giro dItalia but now seems to find himself part of the B-tier. From talking about spring classics to grand tours, hell also be seen in the studio after races. That's the best he's played for ages, a great session from both, and currently his A-game is better than Selby's. With nothing doing, Carlton Kirby still finds plenty to talk about and discuss, with the dad jokes aplenty too. Magical level of play as he clears them all up for a 125 break. See detailed profiles for Luca Brecel and Mark Williams. Which he doesn't refuse. He looks like he's relishing the occasion, and if both of these play well, we're in for a treat. Enjoy live streaming of this seasons top sports competitions. Everyone knows that Rob Hatch is the guy who pronounces each foreign word ultra-correctly and that Carlton Kirby will be the one telling the dad jokes. Si with breaks of 125, 102, 97 and 53 with Brecel doling out knocks of 50, 72 and 69. No complaints from me. Wasn't easy, but an early reprieve for Luca. Australian broadcaster SBS unceremoniously let him go at the end of the 2022 racing and so its no surprise to hear him over in Europe given he had such a high reputation. It is back to 4-2. Another former National Road champion, in 2016, Blythes relaxed style has seen him move from the studio to behind the mic. What a boost that is. Each commentator has their own style and you only have to listen for a few seconds to work out who they are. Luca fails to hold for the black with the stun shot and is forced to run safe back to the baulk end. No colour to follow. The BBCs regular expert team of analysts and commentators include snooker legends Steve Davis, John Parrott, Stephen Hendry, Ken Doherty, Alan McManus and Dennis Taylor. Really centring that cue ball. Tense end to the session. One more frame of the session to come. A packed crowd inside the Crucible Theatre for this semi-final as both men take to the table. Former world champions Steve Davis, Dennis Taylor, Stephen Hendry, John Parrott and Ken Doherty are also understood to be in the comms booth throughout the 17 Luca into the lead by four points despite Brecel potting only one red. "So to be in it is unbelievable, from 10-6 behind to beat Ronnie O'Sullivan, playing so well. They go back and forth, and no one mentions re-rack but this can't go on indefinitely, hilarious though it would be if they were still here in a couple of hours. The battle of wits here is a joy to behold, and Selbz has a long think before proceeding. That's big let-off for Selby who'll have noticed how well Allen is playing, so getting out of this mini-sesh 2-2 would be just fine. Both of these blokes feeling their way into the match. NEIL ROBERTSON and Ronnie O'Sullivan aimed a jovial dig at TV commentators after Robertson's impressive frame-winning shot. Then misses an easy red with the rest. In the clear here for a 3-1 advantage unless something goes drastically wrong. Has been the player of the season, and might be finding the best balance between attack and defence, having gone too far towards the latter in the last bit. The first race I remember hearing him was during the Vuelta CV Feminas at the start of 2021 but hes now a regular across the board on cyclocross and stage races like the Saudi Tour at the start of the 2022 season. Finally, he tells that his scoring is there when he needs it and his back-up game is better than in as long as he cam remember. Luca was in first, but missed the yellow and will pay the price. He points out that since his weight loss, he's not as heavy through the ball, and I remember him properly walking into a shot earlier this week - I assumed to try and generate the lost power. It doesn't work out well though - he doesn't hit the ball he wants and can't get through to another to middle. Boys on baize at back of one. He may well clinch the frame at this visit. WebAny help would be useful, because I think he stopped commentating a long time ago when Phil Studd and Neal Foulds joined the team. Now, for me, it is a chance to win the World Championship. He looks the complete player. Up to Luca to respond. Allen runs out of position a little, but finds a lovely recovery cut-back red, then a nice brown to middle. A lead of 60 points before Si unearths a sound safety. Hes been nominated for the Offie best actor award, which is for any London based play which isnt in the West End. Everything going right out there so far. Si suffers a double kiss to leave Luca with easy pot on the penultimate red. You can watch our highlights of a quite remarkable quarter-final that saw Brecel reel off seven frames in 79 minutes to end Ronnie O'Sullivan's hopes on Wednesday afternoon. It is now set for a run in New York. Meanwhile, 2005 winner Shaun Murphy, eliminated in the first round this year by Stephen Maguire, has joined the team. A hand of apology from Luca before he progresses to start mopping up the reds. Maggy will often be heard on lower-level Belgian classics although not exclusively. A poor safety shot by Si gives Brecel chance of a long red which he floats in with ease. What was he like to work with? But after one fine recovery pot, he runs out of position, so divests himself of disappointment and plays a good safety. Could be a century on the cards. Hes a familiar voice to anyone who stayed up late to watch racing in Australia, hosting with Matt Keenan and Bridie ODonnell. Misses a pink to a baulk bag, but watches as the object ball races back down the table before nestling in the top right hand pocket. Watching Selby play like this, after what he's been through, is such a joy. Won again by Allen! Talking about the days events and doing analysis with the touchscreen TV. Gets there eventually. Shes a regular member of the Cycling Podcast and has been covering cycling for a long time before joining the Eurosport and GCN team. David, having worked in snooker for so long, what is it that inspired you to take up playwriting? Luca nipping out for a comfort break before they get ready to roll for the final frame of this opening session. Allen thunks home the final red, and that's another to him. Make Eurosport your go-to source for sports online from Snooker to cycling, F1, winter sports and more. - Dedicated to jrc750! Imperative that he starts to weigh in here, but he is out of position again early in the fourth frame until he comes up with a superb cut on a black. In his racing days, Blythe was a consistent lower-level classics racer and sometime sprinter. Watching these two duel is such a treat, and right as it looks like Allen's in control of the exchange, he leaves one. How good is this? But I have been feeling well off the table and I am very happy. Nor can the Crucible. 'Oh hello!' The BBC is showing coverage of the tournament in the UK, with every match featured either on one of their TV channels, the Red Button, iPlayer or by streaming directly off their website. Bigham helped to give deeper insights into the world of aerodynamics during the opening time trial of the 2021 Giro dItalia and has been back during other major time trials too. You can see Banana Crabtree Simon at Theatre503 in Battersea on Thursday 12th July and Saturday 14th July at 8:30pm. An error from Allen leaves Selby one to left corner; "this is a good chance, this," says Uncle Joe. Selby can see just enough of a red, clicking it to left corner with a few loose balls kicking about. It was a good experience and I achieved what I wanted. What a terrific shot by Si to spin the white into the pack of reds off the black. An Olympic, World and European champion on the track, Dani Rowe can now be heard covering womens cycling on Eurosport. Dennis Taylor; "I took a fiver off Willie on the golf course this morning." Viewers have heard more and more from Jez Cox over the last year. Quite possibly. He won a stage in the Tour de France in 1998 for GAN and after retirement, ran development teams in his adopted country the UK. World Championship final LIVE: Selby and Brecel battle it out for glory. Everyone needs a hobby and being a journalist I really enjoy writing. Would you believe it? Gasps of disbelief around the Crucible. Luca misses with his attempt from distance and that will cost him the fifth frame of the day. Was brilliant yesterday, and John Higgins is convinced he's going to win a fifth world title and he's certainly the favourite. Just the job for Brecel. Has been quite an afternoon. These talents don't hold back when the mood takes them. Ranking the game's top five players in history, including World Championship stars. structure and function of flowering plants ppt. Wow. Hes now a regular behind the mic and on the couch during The Breakaway often with some flamboyant shirts. Allen then sees it away, and that should be the frame. BBC commentators for the 2023 World Snooker Championship The BBC will once again line up with a familiar team of commentators for the 2023 World Snooker Championship at the Crucible Theatre. A new signing for Eurosport and GCN is the Aussie Robbie McEwen. Allen took more than three minutes devising a safety, it directly earned him a chance, and now he'll be level at worst coming back tomorrow. Would expect this to be the first of many judging by the way they've played this week. Commentary comes from David Hendon, Mike Hallett and Philip Studd, with Neal and Jimmy also taking stints behind the mic. "It is totally unexpected because I've not practised for this tournament! Brilliant frame from Allen, who won the safety wrestle and then cashed in. One-way traffic via Si. Luca then sends a red careering into the green pocket. She initially was heard commentating on womens cycling races but has also been seen in the studio during coverage of 2021s Giro dItalia and a lot more since. All going off out there. Brecel picks out a wonderful cut on a red using the rest. I thought it succeeded on both levels. A recent addition to the Eurosport and GCN team in 2021 and the only female lead commentator (even if the name catches plenty out on Twitter). Can understand why Si has been described as fearless. This upcoming performance will be slightly different because it is with a new actor and a new director. Well, he is human after all. Can't keep losing the white ball at key times. A stunning red-black combo from Si to get the party started in the second frame. Selby misses to right corner but it costs him nothing and another safety exchange ensues. Keep up with todays best players: Judd Trump, Ronnie OSullivan, Well now. Mr Paris-Nice won that race 7 years in a row during the 1980s. I'm not sure he'll work it out in time to win this competition this year - he's not played that well yet and his form isn't set-in like Selby's - but he knows he can perform under pressure, and if it clicks, he can make it happen. Left one to the yellow bag, Selby gets himself away, but trying to hold for a particular red atop the black off the blue, he overruns and plays safe towards right corner. With a couple of exceptions, almost everyone on this list will be Tour de France commentators 2022. Presents Si with the chance to pounce, but he rattles jaws with two reds left up. Is Ronnie O'Sullivan snooker's GOAT? All eyes on the table with 980 fans inside the Crucible engrossed by the action. 36 points in fouls achieved so far by the Belgian. WebHey guys, ive been following snooker for awhile now, but somehow i cant really familiarise myself with a good portion of snooker commentators voices and their styles. Just up to the pink required. The match starts at 10:00 on 21 April 2023. Si seeing all the possibilities so far as he screws back off black to land perfectly on next red. Bit of a sitter and he throws in a poor safety shot seconds later. Here is a run-down of who is providing commentary and insight at the tournament. Lands brilliantly on the blue from potting the brown. But he is not on an easy red having split the pack. Chance for Allen, and he earnt that with that really good safety. Report Schalke 04 February 15, 2012 6:16 PM GMT A former national track champion, Hannah Walker spent years on the road racing as well. Brecel back at the table early in this third frame, but only making his way to a 33-0 lead when more seemed likely. Break reaches a rapid 40. The annual championship is currently underway at the Crucible, but former-snooker-player-turned-Eurosport-commentator Neal Foulds reckons hes spotted a Writing a monologue, which is what Banana Crabtree Simon is, was really interesting because it is one person telling the story, but he also has a world around him. Find up to date World Championship standings, results and match highlights with our live Snooker coverage.Snooker fans can find the latest Snooker news, interviews, expert commentary and watch free replays.

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