Where's the Cue Ball Going?

John Virgo wrote what was the memoir he had always wanted to write before his untimely death in February 2026. In this light-hearted and witty look at a life in snooker, Virgo recounts the ups and downs of his years in the sport.Interspersed with poignant and witty recollections from Ken Doherty, Dennis Taylor, Steve Davis, John Parrott, Ronnie O'Sullivan, Stephen Hendry, Sir Alex Ferguson, Mark Williams, Shaun Murphy and Jimmy White, Where's the Cue Ball Going? unravels the life of a legend. Known for his catchphrases in commentary and his lively impressions of other players, Virgo was inducted into the World Snooker Tour Hall of Fame in 2023. He passed away in February 2026 at his home in Spain, aged 79. A special invitational tournament, the 2026 John Virgo Trophy, was held in April 2026 as a tribute to his life and work as one of the world's greatest snooker players.

John Virgo (4 March 1946 - 4 February 2026) was an English professional snooker player and broadcaster. Virgo turned professional in 1976 at age 30 and won four professional titles during his career, including the 1979 UK Championship, where he defeated the reigning World Champion Terry Griffiths 14-13 in the final. A runner-up at the 1980 Champion of Champions, he was a semi-finalist at the 1979 World Championship and the 1986 British Open. He retired from professional play in 1994. Virgo had a successful broadcasting career working for the BBC. He was a co-presenter of Big Break from 1991 to 2002 and worked as a commentator on the BBC's coverage of Triple Crown events from his retirement until shortly before his death.