John Virgo: Say Goodnight, JV - My Autobiography (Paperback)

In this revelatory memoir, snooker player John Virgo turns the spotlight on himself, sharing secrets from his forty years at the top of one of the world's most popular sports. Famous for his hilarious impersonations of snooker's biggest stars, JV is a household name thanks to his razor-sharp BBC Snooker commentary and the much-loved quiz show Big Break. A fascinating insight into British sporting life, taking readers from John's childhood in Salford, through smoky snooker dens, to tournaments and championships all over the world, as he relives travelling on Concorde, rubbing shoulders with royalty and much more. Admiringly nicknamed 'Mr Perfection', John tells how he overcame adversity to become UK champion, yet also reveals how gambling wrecked his dreams of becoming World Champion, and almost bankrupted him. An affectionate reminder of a time when Britain - and sport - took themselves a little less seriously. With a foreword by snooker legend Jimmy White.

General

Imprint:	John Blake Publishing Ltd
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	April 2019
Authors:	John Virgo
Dimensions:	196 x 130 x 21mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	352
ISBN-13:	978-1-78606-975-7
Categories:	Books > Language & Literature > Biography & autobiography > Sport Books > Sport & Leisure > Hobbies, quizzes & games > Indoor games > Snooker, billiards, pool Books > Biography > Sport Promotions
LSN:	1-78606-975-X
Barcode:	9781786069757

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