What Happens Behind The Scenes At A Snooker Tournament? (British Open)

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  • Опубліковано 12 лис 2022
  • We went behind the scenes at the British Open at the Marshall Arena in Milton Keynes finding out what Stephen Hendry does in his role as pundit visiting the studio, commentary box and green room as well as the TV truck to see how a live match is produced.
    We also got to see the warm up room and how players such as Mark Selby prepare for a match and Stephen shares his memories of the tournament.
    Let us know which other events you’d like us to go behind the scenes of in the comments and subscribe to the channel for more great snooker videos.
    #stephenhendry #britishopen #snooker
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  • @nortski78
    @nortski78 Рік тому +245

    Stephen really is turning into a natural presenter. Speaks very clearly, no tripping over his words, and nice pacing.

    • @kennyloggins465
      @kennyloggins465 Рік тому +8

      the commentary is amazing, constantly predicting correct shots and outcomes. Its like seeing into the future.

    • @gaskellr44
      @gaskellr44 Рік тому

      @John Thomas Generally 3-4 shots ahead the pros Iv'e listened to say which makes sense as a bulked up table can change rapidly

  • @jacobread9650
    @jacobread9650 Рік тому +135

    so awesome to see this side of stephen, growing up and watching him play i always thought he was miserable, glad to see him looking happier than ever and relaxed infront of the cameras. really cool to see, much needed positivity in this mad world

    • @AD-kv9kj
      @AD-kv9kj Рік тому +3

      Yeah, to be fair that's probably an element to his huge success. He seemed to keep to himself and stay extremely serious and focused on his game. That does seem to be the way of professional snooker. Maintaining an extremely high level of focus and accuracy for a very long time, and every little helps. The difference between one player winning a match and the other losing could often just fall down to the fact one managed to avoid distractions and get a sensible early night etc.

    • @eliaschrysanthous7387
      @eliaschrysanthous7387 Рік тому +2

      Yeah I totally agree! Through the 90s we all sat in the living room as a family to watch Stephen play and win world titles etc it was some of the greatest nights we had as a family (we’re from Scotland). He always seemed miserable your so right! Nice to see him like this and he’s adapted to this role really well.

    • @andymcneil7085
      @andymcneil7085 Рік тому +5

      Cool guy and not up his own arse like so many become.

    • @mmaphilosophy
      @mmaphilosophy Рік тому +4

      @@andymcneil7085 Ronnie cool also

    • @no.1bike
      @no.1bike Рік тому +2

      Great guy Hendry really enjoy the tips he gives so far on the other vids. I’m playing better already 👍

  • @simonmoloney2783
    @simonmoloney2783 Рік тому +97

    This kind of content is brilliant Stephen, the whole channel so far is really good keep it up, really interesting

  • @Progress_vs_time
    @Progress_vs_time Рік тому +41

    Noppon was so humble and respectful :) This channel is amazing!

    • @mikecrosbie2419
      @mikecrosbie2419 Рік тому +6

      Noppon is probably the most respectful guy on the tour, I love his enthusiasm for the game, he gives the impression he takes every day on the tour as a gift and an honour to be in the presence of his peers. Unfortunately that probably almost makes him too nice to hit the no.1 spot, but I always like to see him playing well and getting a result here or there.

  • @jamesthenabignumber
    @jamesthenabignumber Рік тому +20

    Stephen - this is the biggest gift to the fans you could give. Thank you so much for starting this channel!

  • @TheMilko67
    @TheMilko67 Рік тому +3

    Great watch thank you👍👍

  • @alirehman1741
    @alirehman1741 Місяць тому +1

    I love this behind the scenes content. Please give us more stephen. You are the greatest after ronnie o .sullivan . Sullivan is the GOAT and you are a king of snooker

  • @ArmyofLove
    @ArmyofLove Рік тому +3

    Hendry is a good example of how to use your expertise and keep us interested in a sport.
    Very bright and teaches what he knows very well too.

  • @sureshnair602
    @sureshnair602 Рік тому +2

    Best part about this channel Stephen - is seeing you talk, smile and laughing - as opposed to your ice cold front during a game ! Well done, and throughly enjoying this new channel of yours.

  • @monsieurgreenjeans
    @monsieurgreenjeans Рік тому +2

    thank you for the music suggestions stephen hendry!!!!!

  • @anthonyk5515
    @anthonyk5515 Рік тому +1

    This channel keeps getting better. It'd be great to spend time with Mark Selby, hopefully you can get him on.....

  • @DJZedi
    @DJZedi Рік тому +4

    1:24 - “you spend too much time in this chair means you’re getting beat”. 😂
    Classic Stephen Hendry humour.

  • @ryanporteous2834
    @ryanporteous2834 Рік тому +6

    Great watch again! 😀 loving this new channel

  • @craigdavidmack
    @craigdavidmack Рік тому +1

    The saviour of snooker? nice to see this behind the scenes

  • @RopeforaCue
    @RopeforaCue Рік тому +7

    The buttons to save a shot to discuss later in the studio... so simple but also genius. A great behind the scenes tour, love to see more of this content

  • @brindlebucker4741
    @brindlebucker4741 Рік тому +1

    This is great hand-in-hand content to go with your teaching on the table.

  • @Paul-ut4zy
    @Paul-ut4zy Рік тому +1

    Really good that Stephen. Been watching snooker for 40 years and never had the behind the scenes view.
    Definitely more of the same.

  • @trevm02
    @trevm02 Рік тому +1

    Very interesting, Steve makes a natural presenter

  • @29memyselfandi
    @29memyselfandi Рік тому +4

    Hendry seems like a good bloke. And a Smiths fan 👌

  • @jon99blue
    @jon99blue Рік тому +4

    One of my favourite videos on the channel, showing an aspect of the media coverage I've never seen before as well as pre tournament prep. Relaxed and well delivered presentation style from Stephen. Hope to see lots more vids in the future.

  • @1965deebee
    @1965deebee Рік тому +1

    Love the channel…. GREATS OF THE SPORT….love all the stories……..

  • @richardsandson
    @richardsandson Рік тому +1

    I love the fact that the big names I watched with my grandad are now commentating the modern game. It really transforms the viewing.

  • @BIuffwatcher
    @BIuffwatcher Рік тому +1

    I'm not a massive snooker fan, but I am loving all this content when I randomly watch one every now and then. Great stuff!

  • @scottshepherd8266
    @scottshepherd8266 Рік тому +7

    Loved this behind the scenes stuff....stephens such a nice guy too....and what a formidable player he was too.

  • @DoYouFeelLucky
    @DoYouFeelLucky Рік тому +31

    Amazing behind the scenes vid! Better than any of the ones they do on tv. Great work on this channel, Stephen, been watching you since I was about 4 in 1989. I hope you'll also do many more of the casual player interviews while playing a couple of frames together. Brilliant format, simple and obvious idea that I've always thought should be done on the tv and never has. The few times I've seen players interviewed at a table they never actually play or just demonstrate one shot or something and then they get the bums rush by the presenter. The fact you know them really enhances the discussion beyond most interviews also. It would be a dream to get to play a frame or two with you, so this is the next best thing (without you trouncing me too!).
    More great snooker content like this along with many more good snooker clubs that have proper grade tables are what's needed to get more people into the game on a professional level. Here in Liverpool we have never had a single snooker club with a decent table and I've never actually found one anywhere on my travels. Playing with chipped, scuffed up balls, ragged cloths and generally badly maintained tables does nothing for your game. It was an eye opener the first time I played on a freshly maintained table once and suddenly was potting about twice as many shots, simply because I wasn't getting about 50% kicks and roll-offs.

    • @XJokermanX
      @XJokermanX Рік тому +1

      Cool

    • @XJokermanX
      @XJokermanX Рік тому +2

      Very interesting. In my club we have someone who cleans the cloth before we play, the pool table there is decent, the snooker tables are pretty good I think (I can't tell)

  • @Volvoman90
    @Volvoman90 Рік тому +1

    2:33 - That shortened table in the studio is amazing :D

  • @mibo916
    @mibo916 Рік тому +1

    Stephen is a natural when it comes to presenting

  • @davidflavell1868
    @davidflavell1868 Рік тому +2

    Mr Stephen Hendry your channel is superb

  • @djidroneadventures4059
    @djidroneadventures4059 Рік тому +2

    Absolutely brilliant to see not just behind the scenes, but also almost like getting to know Stephens sense of humour a bit more. What a great guy . Keep em coming.

  • @tomsimpson3322
    @tomsimpson3322 Рік тому +1

    A natural in front of the camera Stephen. Respected throughout and glad you’re still part of the snooker scene 👍🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

  • @leprechaun7667
    @leprechaun7667 Рік тому +1

    This is just fantastic to see this side of Stephen!!
    He really has a lovely softness about him. Really draws you in.
    You have a great Spirit Sir ❤️🇮🇪

  • @flucazade
    @flucazade Рік тому +1

    Hendry is a great presenter, seeing him talking briefly about enjoying being coached again is a great lesson no matter how great you are you can always learn and improve.

  • @mojomax100
    @mojomax100 Рік тому +1

    Stephen is just getting better every year.. great videos!!

  • @davidquinn7144
    @davidquinn7144 Рік тому +1

    Fine Scottish man .the voice of fellow Scot’s are made for commentary. And a fifer to boot well done mate

  • @end-game2030
    @end-game2030 Рік тому +2

    Nice one Hendry. Thanks for the content.

  • @thisis008
    @thisis008 Рік тому +1

    The content u present is so refreshing..
    Keep going the king

  • @muralig2050
    @muralig2050 Рік тому +1

    nice to see all the people and machines behind the running of snooker tournaments, thanks

  • @markscars1069
    @markscars1069 Рік тому +1

    A life on the table and in front of the camera has set Stephen up well for this. Excellent stuff.

  • @allymckenzie102
    @allymckenzie102 Рік тому

    My favourite sportsperson and a real hero of mine. Such a lovely man to meet too. Loving the channel! Loved his lockdown stuff with the other guys - a lovely concept this channel too! Amazing to see what goes on in a natural way.

  • @uk5g262
    @uk5g262 Рік тому +1

    Reminds me of david brent and I absolutely love it. My new favourite channel.

  • @memphisbulls1859
    @memphisbulls1859 Рік тому +1

    This Channel and the access Hendry gets is just brilliant
    Long may it continue so snooker fans can see all sides of the game

  • @sticksman1979
    @sticksman1979 Рік тому +2

    Broadcast legend too!

  • @leemurphy560
    @leemurphy560 Рік тому +5

    Quality video, great to get an insight behind the scenes. Thanks Stephen. 👍

  • @harjitnatt8087
    @harjitnatt8087 Рік тому +1

    Stephen is a natural presenter. With a touch of humour. His Cue Tips UA-cam blog is also good.

  • @heroescowardsband9940
    @heroescowardsband9940 Рік тому +5

    Loving the channel. Would love to see more practice table chats like the Mark Williams one. Would be great to see one with Judd recreating some of his most outrageous shots & seeing Stephen have a go at them too....

  • @2icelollys1goat
    @2icelollys1goat Рік тому +1

    I actually enjoyed this. Thanks Stephen

  • @cloudstrife206
    @cloudstrife206 Рік тому +9

    Steven is such a great guy , I can’t think of a more suitable person to show us around back stage …

  • @richardwilliams170
    @richardwilliams170 Рік тому +5

    Thanks again Stephen. Fantastic content. 👍👍

  • @lohitnagar5700
    @lohitnagar5700 Рік тому +2

    Fantastic stuff for snooker lovers!
    Thanks for high quality content! Love from India!

  • @thomas-fq1wi
    @thomas-fq1wi Рік тому +1

    How natural is stephen and how much time does he have for everyone , brilliant stephen

  • @thedoodler882
    @thedoodler882 Рік тому +1

    great to see behind the scenes!

  • @j3ll3ymonst3r
    @j3ll3ymonst3r Рік тому +2

    Great video very interesting to see. Selby such a top bloke! A Leicester legend 🙌🏻

  • @danjeory3659
    @danjeory3659 Рік тому +2

    Nice insight. Really well made too.

  • @LIVERNIL723
    @LIVERNIL723 Рік тому +2

    😆 at 5:42, I thought she was going to get the Clippers out and give Stephen a quick trim 🙂

  • @streak777
    @streak777 Рік тому +1

    Fantastic insight please do more.

  • @gazncoll
    @gazncoll Рік тому +1

    Great way to get a look behind the scenes and get a viewpoint from Stephen as a commentator-presenter and player

  • @RiotDogGaming1
    @RiotDogGaming1 Рік тому +1

    I always comment to people I watch the snooker with that the little montages after matches are always well put together and must have to be done quick because they play them as soon as they come back from the commercial break after the last frame. Now we know it's all top quality work from Martin Reardon 👍

  • @SmokeandSteam
    @SmokeandSteam Рік тому

    That was another really enjoyable watch. Thanks guys! Stephen is still the best player I’ve ever seen and he’s a superb analyst and pundit: calls it as he sees it and doesn’t soft peddle the players. Loving this channel!

  • @WreggGallace
    @WreggGallace Рік тому +3

    Great footage!
    You and Davis not talking to players before going out reminds me of Roy Keane!

  • @The-Bloke
    @The-Bloke Рік тому +5

    Cheers Stephen! Years ago I asked Steve Davis (on a live chat) to suggest a "behind the scenes" look at commentary as part of the BBC World Championship coverage, eg as one of those short VTs they run during an interval or between matches. But that never happened, so I was really pleased and grateful to see you'd done one :) Very interesting to see how you guys make sure the coverage is as good as possible.

  • @goldplatedbear2693
    @goldplatedbear2693 Рік тому +1

    really enjoyed the video, thanks Stephen.

  • @johntravers7928
    @johntravers7928 Рік тому +1

    Hi Stephen, I played snooker (blind pool, pin single & star, backabag (..golf?) etc)) when cue tips were glued on using wee discs made from rendered animal parts, softened in boiling water, transferred by knife point & placed on prepared cue tip. Changed Days! It's 38 years since I last played snooker until I recently joined a local pensioners club which have the luxury of a full sized table. I feel as if I've returned tae my misspent (as some would say) youth. I bought a new (18.9 oz) ¾ cue with case & 2 o Ronnies Elk Master tips etc. I've been playing or re-learning the game for about a month now & inbetween discussions of various oponent's ailments, operations etc I've found that the table seems much larger than I remember & now wearing glasses for short & long distance can detract a bit from the enjoyment If ye bump intae Dennis could ye ask him whaur he gets his glasses? Watching your video above will help me as I am still missing balls (on the table) that I should pot easily. Initially I thought that these misses were caused by the tip on the cue being harder than tips of years past. So I re-tipped the cue wi' Ronnies Elk Master which I later found out to be classed as a "Soft" rated 60? tip. It suits me better than the previous one & I'll persevere with it but I still think this one's 'feel' is harder than older tips. One thing that, I feel, would be beneficial for all standards of player is a video of your experience on "cue weight & tips" as I think that todays trends has turned into a bit of a mine field today as far as selection & performance is concerned. (e.g. In my teens 16oz was great, 20's-30's I went up to heavy 17.5oz.) Any thoughts would be appreciated!

  • @johnrupesh4535
    @johnrupesh4535 Рік тому +2

    Thanks for the insight Stephen.

  • @qed456
    @qed456 Рік тому

    really grateful a man of Stephen's calibre is showing us. Nippon recognised it and did a respectful bow to him

  • @jgilds7947
    @jgilds7947 Рік тому +1

    Really enjoyed that insight….great content 👍🏻

  • @ho3einsoltani505
    @ho3einsoltani505 Рік тому +1

    Thank a lot Stephen.plz continue your activity. So amazing 👏

  • @punksoulbrother
    @punksoulbrother Рік тому +1

    Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant! Loving every second of the channel! Thank you for spending your time on it!

  • @nevesdad1969
    @nevesdad1969 Рік тому +1

    Brilliant to see you doing this on UA-cam. Makes me feel my age though, I remember watching a fresh faced you coming into the snooker big time.. the onward march of time hey.

  • @iantownsend4821
    @iantownsend4821 Рік тому

    Thanks Stephen, loved every second of that!

  • @hariskhan485
    @hariskhan485 Рік тому +1

    Great backstage view and glad to see how much efforts are made behind those videos we watch

  • @benhewitt4293
    @benhewitt4293 Рік тому +3

    It always intrigued me how they fitted a snooker table in the Itv studio! Now we know!

  • @NellyRL
    @NellyRL Рік тому

    Class, I love these videos thank you so much and looking forward to watching many more

  • @timallsopp8656
    @timallsopp8656 Рік тому

    Superb! Great to see behind the scenes footage. Looking forward to seeing some more from other tournaments

  • @rikgay857
    @rikgay857 Рік тому

    Absolutely brilliant,loving this channel!!

  • @christopherrenicar9578
    @christopherrenicar9578 Рік тому +1

    It’s great to see behind the scenes. Having been to some of the venues in the past it’s shocking how small it actually is. Camera makes it bigger for the viewers.

  • @GeorgeMcCauley
    @GeorgeMcCauley Рік тому

    That was really good to see behind the scenes at a big event. It’s a big production to make everything run smoothly. Thanks Steven, loving the content on this channel! 👏🏼

  • @declanmulraney1363
    @declanmulraney1363 Рік тому +1

    Really really enjoyed that.... Keep them coming 👍

  • @davidnewzealand6807
    @davidnewzealand6807 Рік тому

    Thanks Stephen. Enjoyed that.

  • @masseysmoviemadness1411
    @masseysmoviemadness1411 4 місяці тому +1

    That editor who does the bbc closing segments is amazing. Legendary. No idea how he can pick tracks off his spotify though - copyrighted music is usually a massive obstacle

  • @guinnessgodfather
    @guinnessgodfather Рік тому

    this was great! really enjoying the content Mr Hendry and his team are pushing out!

  • @ewanjamie1171
    @ewanjamie1171 Рік тому

    Great video Stephen. Wonderful to see behind the scenes. Really excellent work.

  • @magnusglader9987
    @magnusglader9987 Рік тому

    This really is a great channel! Mixing technical snooker stuff with tournament insights and player interviews. Stephen is turning into a really good presenter as well as being a good commentator 🙂👍

  • @Tickerman
    @Tickerman Рік тому +1

    Great video Stephen - very interesting to see behind the scenes. Definitely a bit of David Brent in your style 😂

  • @robbiewilliamson9783
    @robbiewilliamson9783 Рік тому +1

    These videos have been fantastic. Nice and varied aswell

  • @nickllama5296
    @nickllama5296 Рік тому +1

    Awesome stuff, Stephen!

  • @Takerfanatic
    @Takerfanatic Рік тому

    Nice and varied content Stephen! Love the behind the scenes nuggets like these 👍🏼

  • @williamcallaghan2023
    @williamcallaghan2023 Рік тому +1

    great content, thanks for this Stephen

  • @papaidodekiekin3089
    @papaidodekiekin3089 Рік тому +1

    Awesome structure!! First class!

  • @RobCharles1981
    @RobCharles1981 Рік тому +1

    Really enjoyed that Stephen! :-)

  • @PlaySkapeGames
    @PlaySkapeGames Рік тому

    Fantastic tour and the editing is spot on, great job Stephen and team!

  • @And-Action
    @And-Action Рік тому

    Love these videos!

  • @richardanderton5832
    @richardanderton5832 Рік тому +2

    Martin Reardon was listening to Bruce Springsteens born to run album before you got there. Already I know he’s a top bloke. Tell him to get some Springsteen playing on the next tournament. Great channel by the way.

  • @malstanding
    @malstanding Рік тому

    I cannot thank you enough for doing what you do. Your channel is fantastic and I really enjoy the content. This look behind the scenes is really special to people like me who have watched and loved the game for well more that half our lives. (I'm pushing toward 65 by the way).

  • @hamzaharshad5367
    @hamzaharshad5367 Рік тому +1

    damn man it was a great great watch...
    keep up the good work
    Cheers

  • @braydenmaine
    @braydenmaine Рік тому

    I don't know why the youtube algorithm brought me to snooker. But I'm oddly addicted.
    Looking forward to more tips on how It's played at different levels.

  • @AnshBhatia12
    @AnshBhatia12 Рік тому +5

    What a great ambassador of sport this guy is , whilst he played he was appreciated pretty less considering how ahead of his time he was yet now it’s completely different .

  • @lilchris26
    @lilchris26 Рік тому

    Another nice video Stephen, thanks for this, it is nice to have a insight how everything comes together. Chris

  • @stevenho2432
    @stevenho2432 Рік тому

    Great video, thanks,

  • @JackGallagher2014
    @JackGallagher2014 Рік тому

    Top work Stephen brilliant insight

  • @arhagamer2510
    @arhagamer2510 Рік тому

    Amazing content Stephen
    All the staff looks chill as well