Matt Dawson said last year he was sad to leave the show. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. McGuinness, who has telling moments of apologising that the script or format need more work, introduces the Olympic hockey gold medallist Sam Quek as the first ever female captain on the show. The King's speech was the most watched broadcast on TV on Christmas Day 2022. FOUR million viewers have blown the final whistle on Question of Sport since Sue Barker was axed as host with ratings now at a record low. The target, clearly, is new audiences. 2.2 million reportedly watched Paddys first series. For some time during its initial 51-year run, A Question of Sport (BBC One) had a round called What Happened Next?, which saw footage from a game freeze-framed, and the ex-players on the panel asked to predict the outcome. The BBC has pointed out that the show will be repeated on Friday evenings, but many are annoyed that they will have to wait the best part of week to see it with their families. Why cant they all calm down? he tweeted last year. ', One added: 'What the hell? Live viewing figures for the BBC's flagship political show Question Time have slumped to historic lows, with episodes over the last couple of months achieving between 1.4 million viewers in October to 1.5 million in November according to figures from the BBC press office. The 2019 tournament smashed previous viewing records, with an incredible 1.12 billion watching worldwide. Repeats would do!". It will be interesting to see if the numbers are even bigger at the next tournament in 2023. Last year, the BBC announced Sue, Matt Dawson and Phil Tufnell, would be. ED! He lamented: So that is that. A Question of Sport, of course, is a light entertainment show, and the team captains have always been lively characters, keen to cause mischief and make a quip. The Mirror has approached the BBC for comment. Peak viewing figures have dropped to 850,000 this series, the second since Top Gear's Paddy McGuinness was brought in, it is understood. By Clara Tyler. Football Manager has eaten my life and made me wildly nostalgic for web 1.0, Vinnie Jones: My career flew off the rails. The lowest ever points total scored by a team was four points. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Former Top Gear host Jeremy Clarkson also commented: What on earth has happened to Question of Sport? Guests have included Jamie Laing, Anton Du Beke and Martin Roberts,with viewersquestioningtheir relevancy on the showas they are not sport stars. As well as demography and geography the panel is selected according to platform, whether the TV set or via desktop, laptop or tablet. Bring back @matt9dawson and @philtufnell. See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. However, the publication claims that around four to five million viewers regularly tuned in during Sues stint. Sue also shed light on her brief romance with Cliff Richard in her new book, revealing she has asked him to stop taking about their relationship, which took place back in the eighties. That compares to 3.5 million viewers before the pandemic Sam Quek, Paddy McGuinness and Ugo Monye on A Question of Sport. William and Kate worried Prince George will be overwhelmed at King Charles coronation. The BBC has been accused of ruining the long-running panel game A Question of Sport after it gave the show a sexed-up revamp. It officially . Prior to working as a presenter on the show, Sue Barker filmed a few mystery guest videos including one dressed as a skunk in Tommy Coopers car. The former tennis star was dismissed at the age of 65, with sources inside the BBC saying it was because she was too old. Boxing is a fascinating sport. Richard Madeley sparks uproar with Kate Middleton comment, Helen Mirren blasted by John Barnes in fiery equality row, Question of Sport: Viewing figures have dramatically dropped since the departure of Sue Barker, Question of Sport: Paddy McGuiness replaced Sue as host on the BBC quiz show, Strictly fans spot Greg's awkward reaction to friends question, Question of Sport: The producers were accused of ageism over reshuffle of host and team captains, Question of Sport: Sam Quek, Paddy McGuiness and Ugo Monye have replaced long-standing hosts. It was usually a dog or a streaker running on, or the ball bouncing off the ref into the net. QUESTION of Sport viewers have blasted the BBC show as "unwatchable" - with many claiming they "switched off" the programme. Paddy McGuinness replaced Sue Barker and sports stars Sam Quek and Ugo Monye stepped into Matt Dawson and Phil Tufnell's shoes as team captains. When will the Beast from the East be at YOUR door? Write an argumentative essay for or against viewing sports figures and celebrities as positive role models. Michael Schumachers wife in tears as she gives heartbreaking update. Viewers claimed a kaleidoscopic new backdrop with flashing lights had left the show virtually unwatchable and made them feel sick. At its lowest, on August 19, just 730,000 viewers watched. The BBC has refuted reports that the ratings for their flagship political show Question Time are 'at an all-time low'. The shake-up also saw celebrities take part, including reality TV star Jamie Laing, 33, and Strictly judge Anton Du Beke, 56. Eighteen years on I couldnt have dreamt of treading such an incredible path. Former professional tennis player Sue Barker presented the popular quiz programme for 24 years. I wonder if the BBC will have another series of A Question of Sports - oops, I mean, Question of Sport? It feels like one of those cases where a club, unable to buy its No 1 target, settles for an understudy from the same squad. Fans of the show, which has been running since 1968, have switched off in droves after producers recruited a host of non-sporting stars to take part. We, Yahoo, are part of the Yahoo family of brands. WTO and global tradeThe World Trade Organisation (WTO) is the body that regulates and facilitates international trade between nations. Viewers have also questioned why boxing promoter Eddie Hearn was handed a spot on the show. Beyond Paradise fans turns emotional at Ruth Madocs final on-screen appearance, Former Strictly star James Jordan makes request to BBC bosses as he admits hes waiting for the phone call, Disney Plus infuriates viewers over Spencer Matthews missing doc Finding Michael. Here we go, some super safe BBC dullards to be brought in no doubt. By Get a daily dose of showbiz gossip direct to your inbox. You have to attract different audiences. C5's Nick Knowles wins 9pm factual battle ahead of C4's Stephen Fry. As a result, comedian Paddy McGuinness was ushered in for a new era of the show. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. One BBC insider said: 'It was all rather tone-deaf of the bosses here. The Masked Singer: Panda's identity rumbled in Coronation Street clue? View our online Press Pack. Katie Hind Showbusiness Editor For The Mail On Sunday, BBC refuses to reveal details about its search for bloodied clothes of murdered schoolgirl Karen Hadaway after Martin Bashir lost them. Sue presented the show for 24 years and became a national treasure as a result. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. The very first episode was broadcast on 5 January 1970. You can get praised, you can get slagged off. Coronation Street exit for Phill Whittaker as he's killed off? It wasnt clear in the opening edition what McGuinness was bringing to the desk; despite his credentials, he was not notably more showbiz or jokey than Clive Myrie, the new signing for another BBC longtimer, Mastermind. Chris Emmerson added: "Not sure when @QuestionofSportgot overhauled and @PaddyMcGuinness became host but Im going to be tuning in more now! One viewer said on Twitter last week: 'I've watched it religiously for over 40 years and can honestly say that tonight's episode was borderline embarrassing. Viewing figures released by the league show the impact of the new South African clubs with the. She said: Why had we been shown so little respect? Why Nigeria has been unable to nominate new ambassador to the World Trade Organisation (WTO) since 2017 is the question begging for answer among diplomats in the global trade organisation. After the BBCs role in promoting The Hundred, which is cricket for people who dont like cricket, the plan now seems to be to attract a non-sporting audience to A Question of Sport. The revamped show has received a mixed reaction from BBC viewers, and many were unimpressed with the latest instalment, with some calling it "drivel". As it wasn't their decision at all Sue said they "point-blank refused" to sign the statement. Family audiences were angry at the move from 7pm on a Friday to 10.35pm on Monday. And others complained that the panel now includes celebrities as well as the usual sports stars. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. An average of 4.7 billion people worldwide watch the Premier League every year. So you have got the different eras and the players, and the depth of knowledge you need on the show is unbelievable. Peak viewing figures have slumped to 850,000 this series, the second since Paddy McGuinness took over as presenter. 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Updated: 20:02, 5 Sep 2022 FOUR million viewers have blown the final whistle on Question of Sport since Sue Barker was axed as host with ratings now at a record low. ", DON'T MISSPaddy McGuinness slams Boris Johnson for Top Gear clash[LATEST]Paddy McGuinness health woes as he gets surgery date[UPDATE]Paddy McGuinness: Inside television presenters stunning home[PICTURES]. or some time during its initial 51-year run, A Question of Sport (BBC One) had a round called What Happened Next?, which saw footage from a game freeze-framed, and the ex-players on the panel asked to predict the outcome. One recent game asked competitors to guess whether rugby player James Haskell is heavier than 100,000 badminton shuttlecocks and 200 Olympic gold medals. Sue was offered the job back, but as she "!couldn't help but feel they didn't want me anymore", she declined.