Stephen Hendry Lifts Lid On Snooker 'Comeback'! | Snooker Club Podcast
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Even if you don't carry on playing anymore Stephen you are a fantastic commentator
Just calls it exactly as it is, no bs. Completely agree
Stephen Hendry has the best snooker channel on YT.
"Cue Tips" is the best.
Nonsense he is not a good commentator..
5 Best Commentators of all time
1)Clive
2)Davis
3)Virgo
4)Alan
5)Dennis
@@user-jj1zz8vz6m hard to take you seriously when you have Alan Macmanus and Steve Davis in your list 🤣
I think Stephen is avoiding the practice table because he's worried he may not like the way he's playing even if he does practice, so he's almost giving himself a mental "out" so he can lower his own expectations. This is something Ronnie has done a lot throughout his career as well.
The difference is Stephen has been retired from full time snooker for over a decade now, and with the career he's had he really has nothing to prove (least of all to himself) in my opinion.
The fans still love him (probably more now than when he was in his prime) Most of us are aware it's not 1996 anymore - and we're not expecting a century every time he comes to the table (even if Stephen himself does).
Personally I hope he keeps playing, gets back to the practice table, and sets some realistic goals for himself; but he's earnt the right to do whatever - his legacy won't be diminished if he never picks up a cue again or plays for the next 30years. In some ways it's a free roll to add to his legacy if he does manage to take down a tournament at some point...
He recently said on Mr Jordon' podcast that in practice, he plays brilliantly and the sight coach even said he was good enough to win majors, but his problem seems to be psychological, as his sort of yips thing comes back when the pressures on, so realistically, he needs to somehow take the pressure off in big venues, and like some players...Ronnie comes to mind, play them like it's a practice session.
If he wants to play the odd tournament without practising, let him. He's stephen hendry, he's earned it.
He certainly has. A true legend no question.
Pains me to say this but this is getting ridiculous. "It's not a comeback" - we've been hearing this for years now. Stephen, you don't want to practice? Fine. Stop going on podcasts telling everybody how you would actually be really good if you practiced. What if you practiced and your opponents still smashed you 4-0? Maybe that's your real fear? Stop saying that you are losing against players who shouldn't even be on the same table with you (Hendry said that on another podcast). Guess what Stephen, those players are whitewashing you now, so stop disrespecting them. You have been a great world champion and I picked up snooker because of you, but you are now a UA-camr. Give back the wild card. Some young prospect might need it.
I agree, as much as I admire him and what he did back in the day, this ego he still has is getting old now. Either practice and make it something you want to fight to do again, or don't. He admits he plays golf '8 days a week', maybe play every other day and then practice on the table in between? It's got to be one or the other, and it's not like he doesn't have the time to do it.
He's still doing great things for the game, his Cue Tips channel has blown up which is great to see, but I think he spent so long at the top that to not be there anymore has made him bitter when he sees people like Higgins, Williams and Ronnie still performing and he can't.
Barry Hearn is on record saying the wildcards only exist because of Stephen and Jimmy. If either 'gave back' the wildcard it wouldn't go to anyone else
Practice. If you don't want to practice, just quit.
Absolutely
Like any skill, it diminishes if it's neglected. To make up for the multi-year gap would require the same work, and then more on top of that. No doubt if Stephen kept playing without the gap he'd still be top 16. But that's the thing; because he's been at the top, it's mentally tougher to accept not being number 1, and "only", say, 10th, as an example. I feel like not practicing is a defence mechanism. Perhaps 2-3 hours a day, 6 days a week for 2 years would get him Milkins/Hawkins level. But is it easier mentally to lose all the time without practicing, and think you "could" be at the top with practice, than giving your all and being 10th-16th? For a serial winner maybe only being 10th-16th giving 100% is more gutting than being 100th and not giving your all?
Very well said!
I think you're absolutely spot on there mate.
Hendry would be nowhere near the top 16 at this age, stop being delusional.
He's great, but he had fallen out of the top 16 even before he retired, and was going downhill, though he could still have moments of brilliance. So I think it is far from certain he would be in the top 16 today if he had never retired.
Stephan has grown up to have a beautiful personality!! We still love you Stephan no matter how bad you play.
I don't understand. I'm a fan of Stephen. But, if he doesn't want to put in the effort to practice then why is he complaining? He doesn't deserve to win just for showing up & being Stephen Hendry.
Ye you don't practice you don't win simple, he's talking absolute rubbish. He should practice 2 hours a day.
@@alanchamberlain9902 and what have you ever practiced for 2 hours a day? Masturbation?
I think it's an age thing. I'm the same age as Hendry and I get what he's saying. When he was in his pomp he could win a match without practising. His worst game was still better than 99% of the others best. Now, without the motivation, his best game is probably not good enough to beat 75% of the young lads.
Either he subjects himself to a draining, rigorous practice schedule or he sits back and thinks "I was the greatest player of my time."
He was. But the desire has gone.
H'es literally being given a free ride from Barry Hearn and for what? He must not care either.
He said he doesn't miss a ball in training. So not training needed. It's that he doesn't succeed in matches even getting up to 10%. So many people have that problem and it's all in their heads. Why don't you listen when he speaks? Like you didn't even listen.
All I know is that regardless of how well or poorly you do Stephen, you'll always still be a 7 Time WORLD CHAMPION!!!! Nobody can ever take that away from you. And I think the only one that can top that record is Ronnie. But seeing you out there still playing in tournaments, good or bad, truely warms my heart. I grew up watching you and Steve Davis ABSOLUTELY DOMINATE for the better part of 2 decades. It would be a thrill to see you win a tournament again. Wishing you all the best Stephen. Toronto is with you!!!👍👍
"I don't practice"
Disrespectful
Hendry will always be a legend to me. Loved watching him play!
We miss the master a hero to many of us older fellows. Wish Steven could put his heart into it and make a serious attempt to compete at a high level again. His commentating is as delightful as his play always was.
Don't buy the fact he doesn't try the man obviously has a winners mentality just hasn't got the ability to play at the highest. No disrespect to the man still my favourite player to ever pick up a cue.
I still believe I can pull a 21 year old girl because I used to do it all the time in my 20's, but now at 45 I am coming to the realisation it will never happen again!
😆😂🤣
Haha I'm 40 and that's oh so accurate and relatable.
Okay zero sympathy now after hearing this lol
Stephen, you will forever be a snooker god. That said, it's hard to see podcast/youtube Stephen (and current matchplay stephen) as the same person as the unbeatable snooker machine. I think you've nailed it with practice and maybe match mentality but it's so strange to see you play to such a substandard level sometimes! You have an undeniable knowledge of the game, and are one of the best at talking honestly and brutally about the game so your gift keeps on giving. All the best sir
Stephen, the snooker things you’re best at now are commentating and hosting your channel. Do not minimize the importance of these jobs. In both, you are a vital ambassador to the viewer. You are perhaps the best commentator, and you are a very good YT channel host with lots of potential for being great. (These both take real work, which shouldn’t be minimized either.)
But forget about winning and keep playing. Snooker fans love to see you.
Hi Stephen,
I'm really enjoying listening to you and think what you have to offer people is far better than trying to play in tournaments.
Your legend will never be touched so just enjoy your life and being Stephen.
Just having Steven Hendry back in snooker brings the whole sport up, Quality content and a funny guy
Very disrespectful to Fergal,, thats o sullivan talk, very disappointing
Yes I think so to, Fergal was very respectful when he discussed his win with Dave Hendon whilst commentating.
Come on Steve put the golf bats away for 12-18 months! Don't fade away show everyone who's the man! Your one of the greatest players to ever play the game! Show them whats what!! 👊👊👍
Be great if he did. I’d love to see him back at it. The talent will always be there …
Great Stuff .
Love the podcast by the way it's gonna be great.
I love these candid interviews. All you need to do is connect with your love for snooker. You are still the GOAT, Stephen. Leave the past behind. It's all in the mind.
Stephen, you’re a legend. Top one or two ever. Take a breath. Look around. You did it. Don’t let snooker be an anchor to the rest of your life. However your cuetips show is great!
Totally disrespectful - and untrue - to say that he'd beat O'Brien at 2% of his former std.
If you're not going to practise then it would be fair on a more deserving player who does practise to give up your free tour card. And, I suspect , most audiences would rather watch someone who does try than someone who doesn't
You should have listened properly. He pointed out Fergal was almost as bad.
Yeah, to say he'd beat him at 2% of his game was incredibly hyperbolic. I know Fergal didn't play great either but it does sound quite disrespectful IMHO.
@@robertl426 Fergal has been as shit as Hendry for a few years. Fergal hit 2% of his game. Hendry managed 0.2%. If he'd achieved 2% of his game, he'd have won. That's what he said. It's not difficult to work it out. He wasn't disrespectful. He was honest. Neither played well. I'd put money on Fergal agreeing with Hendry's opinion of the match.
@@thefoxhat6163 It's fine to say they both played poorly, but those numbers are just absurd. Hendry at 0.2% of his ability would not be able to pot a single ball, or if he could, not make more than a 20 break and even I can make a higher break than that as a total amateur.
@@robertl426 Would it make you feel better if he'd said he achieved 30.2% & Fergal reached 32% & if he'd played at 32%, he'd have won? Perhaps you just took him far too literally. Try a bit of thinking FFS!!
The glass next to the coaster is brilliant
Hendry wins the Commentators Trophy every year
He is a fantastic commentator, tbf Doherty, Taylor and Virgo are great too
Great player and honest comments 😅
For what he’s achieved in his snooker career. I do think Stephen deserves a wildcard as long as he played one match every season. Hopefully see him shine in a tournament one day
The Snooker Gods will grant him another big win with his cue action in full swing, you watch... I hope he keeps playing and comes good again... Even if it never happens, nobody else will ever match what he achieved in the 90's, in any other decade from now until eternity. Phenomenal. His name will forvever be synonymous with snooker greatness.
Don't really agree, if you accept the wildcard and you want to achieve something, even if it's only playing one more time at the Crucible, I think you at least should put in the effort. Especially at his age he will need the practice to get back to any level that is acceptable. He needed the practice when he was on top, for sure he will need it now and what's 2-4 hours a day?
I feel he is afraid most of all and the no-practice is a good excuse for the defeats - but come on, give it a go, if you don't reach the Crucible stage, then so be it - or just call it a day and decline the wildcard.
This ^^^^^ 👍
Go play and enjoy the game if you cant practice much go out and try and relax and try and play freely. Absolute legend of the game be it as a player, a commentator or through your youtube channel.
He knows he ain't got what he had in his day. If he was more confident, he'd be more focused and practise more. Simple as that...
Get practising Stephen, would love to see you smash some of these players again!
Try losing a stone and doing a bit practise or forget it. Tarnishing the game otherwise, no matter what your cv is.
I can imagine, Mr. Hendry, how difficult it is to play and then lose in any tournament that would be a wild card event for you. But just having you there, is as good a "draw" as having Ronnie there. People just want to see you play and I would say the majority understand your stance on the game now.
STEPHEN' You CAN not BEAT a fellow Pro at a 10 percent level Sorry stop thinking like that'
Only one real GOAT Ronnie O'Sullivan 🐐
Have you tried practicing?
I wonder if Hendry was only at 2% when Fergal spanked him in Goffs (Ireland) in 1994... at the height of his career? Very disrespectful to claim he'd beat Fergal if he'd played at 2% of his ability. Perhaps if Hendry had shown ANY resistance Fergal would have stepped up his game just another 1% or 2% and still won 4-0 👍
Yes, I don't even like O'Brien but that sounded a bit much to me also. I looked up their head-to-head and it's 4-4. Besides, if he's going to play today, it only matters how he plays today. As much as I'm in awe of Hendry's career accomplishments, that 4-0 scoreline indicates that there's no credit given for how well one used to play.
Cue action!!!
Even though he never said anything about the cue. To me I reckon he was natural and the best with that 1 piece maple cue. Since he started with the 3/4 cue, he looked like a different player on the snooker table, not the same hendry who I idolised in the 90’s
If you can't bring your practice form to the match is very frustrating and I can understand the lack of inclination to practice. It's good to dig deep to find out the cause, fascinating but doubt that sharing the process will help with the goal. it could help to find excuses but the goal.
I’m sorry if this upsets people but give his wildcard to a young player that takes it seriously, him being the second best ever doesn’t change my view. Jimmy white at least takes his wildcard seriously regardless of his level
Beautiful thing about sports is that you need to prove yourself over and over and over again, regardless of what you've done before. At the start of every match both players are equal. Saying that you would beat your opponent playing at 2% isn't going to cut it. You actually have to play at 2% or whatever is required for you to win a match at pro level. The thing is that Hendry lost his hunger more than 20 years ago after dominating the decade line no other. Once you lose that, it's hard to come back, and you are definitely not going to do it in your 50's after 10 years in retirement. That ship has sailed, it's as simple as that.
I remember when he first retired he claimed he loved winning and once he stopped winning, the enjoyment wasn’t there anymore.
So it seems odd to take rhe wildcard knowing he's going to be a lot worse than when the yips first got him and then as he says himself play in leisure centres with no atmosphere to even get excited about.
He could've kept his career going and set himself new challenges like Davis did. They were very similar, Davis hated passing the baton to him but he still loved the thrill of trying to compete against the new batch and even won rhe Masters (in 97 I think).
Even someone like Williams changed his game and attitude and managed to win a world championship long after people thought he was finished
He's eleven years away from winning money as a snooker player... he would have been 43 years of age then. Ronnie O'Sullivan just won the Shanghai Master's tournament at age 47. Stephen had an awesome career but he lacks the drive that has kept Ronnie active. Ronnie still looks great. If we're lucky we'll have a few more years of seeing him competing for tournament wins. But Stephen is still respected and welcomed as an analyst. Enjoy your golf Stephen. The game is in good hands..
The GOAT ROS 🐐
Seems it all comes down to how long you're willing to practice before a tournament.wish you well 👍
I think stephen should team up with davis film his coaching as well as the banter that be great
Why isnt he practising then? Just dont understand why he enters these tournaments losing in the first round. If he cant be arsed to practise then he simply shouldn't play
Gan on Hezza bonny lad!
Stephen saying he only has to get to 2% to beat Fergal is the problem. He is playing against his former self everytime he goes out to play.
On top of that, it was disrespectful to Fergal.
Sorry Stephen.
I guess there's a lot of pressure for Stephen to live up to his glory days, but I'm sure the audience understands that he might not ever be as good as he was, but it's nice to see him shine when he's playing well, and everyone appreciates that. Either way, the people are still cheering for him, and in some way now he's an underdog, I feel I want to support him even more.
First he says he doesn't practice. Then he says he doesn't miss a ball in practice. Then he reveals that he is working with a coach. 😅😂
I don't know what to say. I'm just a run of the mill, half decent (some days) amateur snooker player in his late 40s, but Stephen Hendry is an absolute God to me. I just don't see that he has the passion or the fire anymore. But I also think his transition from pro player to commentary and his UA-cam channel is an awesome way to stay relevant and connected to the sport. I think it's hard to find a better commentator (I mean, JV is a laugh, and who doesn't love Dennis Taylor?), but Stephen is just a star in commentary. Even if he never rekindles that fire, he can look back on an outstanding career which by far exceeds the success the vast majority of professional players will ever achieve.
Stephen you one cool snooker play good see play tournament all good fun
You said it yourself, you don’t practice. If you want to get out of playing in the leisure centres and back to playing decent tournaments, put the golf club to one side and practice your snooker. 😂 It would be brilliant to see you back on the main tour - away from the commentary box. 🎱
Hendry will always be a champ I can see it in que tips when he loses, it still gets to him! you can’t be the best at your game and don’t mind losing … that never leaves you… no Scot has come close
It must be hard to be the best in the world and then it's just gone. I hope Stephen overcomes his yips and starts winning again.
Your a Great snooker commentator now...
It's like any sport when you leave it to long you never come back as good 😮
Hendry is my all time favourite player. Even I have to say, if he can't be bothered, give the wild card to somebody else, the world snooker tour deserves better.
Stephan deserves a wild card for what he’s done for the game hopefully he’ll come back as a great player again I think he has it in him if he’s prepared to commit himself
He answers his own question. I don't practice and i can't beat anyone. When i was dominating in the 90s i practiced 5/6 hours a day
First he says he doesn't practice. Then he says he doesn't miss a ball in practice. Then he says he is working with a coach. 😂
He also said he needs to raise his game to just 2% to beat these players... then later on it became 10% lol
It's a crime that Stephen and Jimmy got wild cards. They haven't been the same players for a long long time. Put them out there misery.
Jimmy won his tour card on merit this year.He wasn't given a wildcard
it’s a business decision to give Hendry a wildcard
@@mrrobb4242 yes I can remember that my bad. But all the last few years he hasn't.
@@goncaloamaral7846 he can't be bothered to put the hours in and loses every match. Hardly a good businesses decision..
“Did you ever have people telling you that you was my hero” yes probably the best person to ever pick up a que the 🚀
To me he taken snooker to a different level. But and only my opinion I think he should retire as possibly the best ever. He doesn't need to prove to anyone how good he was . I love his UA-cam channel. Its brilliant. But i hope his legacy doesn't get damaged by these wild card beatings. I think he's a fantastic commentator to and i would love to just remember him as one of the best ever. Davies in ty 80s . Then the legend Mr Hendry turns up. And before people start saying the quality wasn't as good then well i get that to a point but at the end of the day you can only beat what's in frtof you. Now as the best ever i think it goes without question it has to be Ronnie. He is a talent we should appreciate we're alive to witness it. He's just beyond brilliant. But Stephen Hendry is in the same conversation as a legacy of the game goes. Even Ronnie says he's (Hendry) the greatest. So many legends in sports and i just want he's impact on the game to be forgotten by these defeats he's now regularly taking. These are only my opinions and I'd love to hear what you guys think?
I'd love to see Stephen put his head down and put in some hours just to see what he can do.
1 hour fast paced practice every single day, to the point where you're sweating when the hour is over.
1--2 hours practice before you play the match, you'd be surprised how much you improve Stephen.
And it never hurts to have a practice partner to have a match with once a week that can give you a beating and vice versa to improve confidence and keep match play in shape.
Steve Davis said an interesting thing to Hendry on his YT channel. "I wonder how much practice is needed Vs how much practice you actually do"
Stephen is in a perfect position to test it out.
No practice is not going to work. 1 hour a day? 2, 3? Surely it would be worth trying for 1 year. Really give it a go.
He's too lazy, I agree with you 2 hours a day would make a difference.
❤ I want to see Stephen Henry come out of retirement I always enjoyed watching him play I would watch snooker a lot more if Stephen Hendry would come out of retirement I enjoy watching him play
He’s been playing, unfortunately he gets clattered in qualifiers and first rounds cos he can’t be arsed to practice
He’s been playing again since 2021
Yeah I’d like to see him do 6 months solid practice and go from there.
We know that there is a snooker god somewhere inside Steven just waiting to emerge again. Patience.
The irony is that Stephen dominated Jimmy back in the day and yet Jimmy's standard for his age at 60 is quite remarkable. Hendry has become a wonderful, incisive commentator and a really great person to boot. The game still needs him!
Jimmy's standard isn't all that, he's won the seniors which is great but he doesn't get that far on main tour tournaments
@@barry2924 true but at 60 I'd argue it's pretty good he can rattle in centuries
@@Chilliconcarnage Tables are said to play bit easier tho, some of them cushion shots when tables reclothed are very generous
He's got the talent, if he could put the practice in, he could win something.
Like he said the problem even if is he putting in 5 hours a day and practice is flying he can’t seem to convert it to the match table, It’s probably a mental block of some sort he should try dr Steve pieters he did wonders for Ronnie when he was struggling I know it doesn’t work for everyone but can only try i suppose mate 😊
That drink on the table is giving me anxiety
I seem to remember him retiring the first time around because he was getting beaten by people that he knew weren’t better than him.
Play to enjoy , not to win. Time to give up main tour though. Once Ronnie mark John Peter Ken etc finish, they need a seniors tour. 6 reds to keep it fair
He just needs 4 more ranking event wins to beat Ronnie.
@@scambodia147 Yeah.
Even as a bang average league player,I know that if I don’t put the work in I don’t get the results,but I love that Stephen has still got the passion for the game.
evidently NOT'
Sorry to state the obvious, but if you do not practice what else can you expect other than failure?
Maybe what he needs is a good player to practice with. How can you play match snooker coming off a practice table!
If Stephen reads these comments, why not find a middle ground? You don't have to do 5 or 6 hours practice a day every day anymore. Just do 1 or 2 hours maybe 4 days a week? It can't be fun getting beat almost every match. I've seen some recent highlights and you can still play great at times so you still have it in you. Just my thoughts.
If he'd put an hour or 2 in every day he could become a decent player again, he needs to stop making excuses.
I reckon if you look up "Competitor" in a dictionary, Stehpen Hendry will be in the definition. 🙂
He does practice. Don't let him bullshit you. Lol.
I really want Stephen Hendry to neck a bottle of vodka and come out like Alex Higgins in his heyday.
David Robinson NO we don't want Hendry to start playing like Alex Higgins who was almost always lost to Davis.
Everyone did
Hendry was an amazing player and took the game to a level to where it is now ,but you can’t say I can’t be bothered to practice and then say snookers my life and always has been ,makes no sense .Hendry had serious problems over twenty years ago ,yips or whatever ,that’s why he retired ,those problems are still there in his mid 50’s .Play for fun Steven ,do a few exhibitions,do the commentary ,play golf ,and keep your great UA-cam channel going ,but hand Uncle Barry’s wild card back ,that will help one other player coming through and you won’t keep tainting your legacy .
Happens in most sports with superstars who can’t hack not being in the spotlight any more. As he says, it’s all he knows. I wonder though if it’s not just a physical thing in him not practicing? His heart clearly isn’t in it as it once was. Perhaps the 99% he’s lacking is purely a mental thing in that deep down he knows he’s trying to do it for all the wrong reasons?
Pleaaaaaase practice Stephen!!! Look at the stars of snooker, Ronnie, Higgins and Williams giving the young guys a run for their money, you got this come on.
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Loving Hendry
Hated the bearings he gave Jimmy but Jimmy never gave himself a chance. Still living Jimmy.
Play when you wish you have earned that right.
All time great so if he stops playing it's fine not many will do or match what he's done
I’d love to know if Stephen now considers he’s a better golfer than a snooker player? Obviously he’s practicing his golf (hobby) a lot where as he still considers practicing snooker as work and so he doesn’t want to be “working”.
There are people so desperate to play competitively and are practicing every day. Move on Hendry, youre commentating is becoming great and so is your UA-cam channel. Dont be selfish all your life
Yes losing is cue in 2003 meant he missed out on at least 2 more World titles
Yip, stopped it dead. Fair play to Ronnie on that one.
He dont want it enough, If he put the hours in and played in more tournaments, He would do a lot better and would win matchs. But his tournament winning days are long gone, 25 years gone...