Spoilers for Monday 11th May - Jimmy Gough's debut

Ben Hunter · Post by **Ben Hunter** » Sun May 10, 2009 4:07 pm

Get excited in this thread.

Charlie Reams · Post by **Charlie Reams** » Sun May 10, 2009 4:37 pm

EXCITEMENT

Kai Laddiman · Post by **Kai Laddiman** » Sun May 10, 2009 4:50 pm

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Matt Morrison · Post by **Matt Morrison** » Sun May 10, 2009 4:52 pm

Road trip.

Jimmy Gough · Post by **Jimmy Gough** » Sun May 10, 2009 5:03 pm

EXCITEMENT!

Jon Corby · Post by **Jon Corby** » Sun May 10, 2009 8:47 pm

Dinos Sfyris · Post by **Dinos Sfyris** » Sun May 10, 2009 9:55 pm

Haha Corby wins! On a related note I'm sure he'll at least make the semis

Howard Somerset · Post by **Howard Somerset** » Mon May 11, 2009 6:45 am

For those people who look for such signs, of the four octochamps so far this series, three of them began their runs with programmes which were transmitted on Mondays, even though not all of those first games were the first to be recorded on a day.

Davy Affleck · Post by **Davy Affleck** » Mon May 11, 2009 8:09 am

Who is Jimmy Gough & why should we get excited?

Junaid Mubeen · Post by **Junaid Mubeen** » Mon May 11, 2009 8:46 am

Davy Affleck wrote:Who is Jimmy Gough & why should we get excited?

How dare you?!

Paul Howe · Post by **Paul Howe** » Mon May 11, 2009 11:41 am

I reckon he's going to make me forget about Kirk Bevins.

Davy Affleck · Post by **Davy Affleck** » Mon May 11, 2009 11:50 am

Junaid Mubeen wrote:
Davy Affleck wrote:Who is Jimmy Gough & why should we get excited?
How dare you?!

That didn't answer the question

Charlie Reams · Post by **Charlie Reams** » Mon May 11, 2009 12:16 pm

Davy Affleck wrote:
Junaid Mubeen wrote:
Davy Affleck wrote:Who is Jimmy Gough & why should we get excited?
How dare you?!
That didn't answer the question

He's this guy who played like ten million games of Apterous and went from being utterly shit to really good within just a few months. So this is the first time we'll be seeing a pure-bred Apterite in action (Kirk was already quite good before Apterous come out), and that's pretty exciting. Also he's just generally a nice guy and we like having one of our own on the show.

Kai Laddiman · Post by **Kai Laddiman** » Mon May 11, 2009 12:33 pm

Paul Howe wrote:I reckon he's going to make me forget about Kirk Bevins.

Who is Kirk Bevins & why should we know him in the first place?

Dan Vanniasingham · Post by **Dan Vanniasingham** » Mon May 11, 2009 2:37 pm

Airdrop was there in rd 3 I think. Cracking game so far.

Kai Laddiman · Post by **Kai Laddiman** » Mon May 11, 2009 2:39 pm

Haha, Jimmy sucks, PARADOR.

ZOMG we have soooo much in common! We're both from East Sussex, we both support Chelsea...

Where do you live? Make sure you are alone.

Ben Hunter · Post by **Ben Hunter** » Mon May 11, 2009 2:42 pm

Steve Davies is ace.

Kai Laddiman wrote:Where do you live? Make sure you are alone.

Kai Laddiman, the world's first reverse internet paedophile.

Matt Morrison · Post by **Matt Morrison** » Mon May 11, 2009 2:45 pm

Is Jimmy on max after the first break? (I don't think DC has offered anything extra at least)
If so, I'm on a max game too.

I think Jimmy's great. He once said I was the best thing that happened to this forum, and I'll worship him forever for saying that.

Ben Hunter · Post by **Ben Hunter** » Mon May 11, 2009 2:47 pm

Matt Morrison wrote:Is Jimmy on max after the first break? (I don't think DC has offered anything extra at least)
If so, I'm on a max game too.

He missed AIRDROP and PARADOR so he's one off I think.

I think Jimmy's great. He once said I was the best thing that happened to this forum, and I'll worship him forever for saying that.

And me

Charlie Reams · Post by **Charlie Reams** » Mon May 11, 2009 2:54 pm

The combination of Jimmy's debut and the first day of filming in Manchester must make this one of the most epic days in Countdown history.

Phil Reynolds · Post by **Phil Reynolds** » Mon May 11, 2009 3:01 pm

Matt Morrison wrote:I think Jimmy's great. He once said I was the best thing that happened to this forum, and I'll worship him forever for saying that.

I think Jimmy's OK. He said nobody gives a shit about me. I disliked him for about ten minutes for saying that.

Ben Hunter · Post by **Ben Hunter** » Mon May 11, 2009 3:03 pm

HOAGIES for 7 in round 12.

Kai Laddiman · Post by **Kai Laddiman** » Mon May 11, 2009 3:13 pm

Charlie Reams wrote:The combination of Jimmy's debut and the first day of filming in Manchester must make this one of the most epic days in Countdown history.

As well as Micra man being on Eggheads

Phil Reynolds · Post by **Phil Reynolds** » Mon May 11, 2009 3:16 pm

Kai Laddiman wrote:As well as Micra man being on Eggheads

Ooh - thanks for the reminder.

Martin Gardner · Post by **Martin Gardner** » Mon May 11, 2009 4:26 pm

Impressive stuff. The champion certainly played well and I hope he's still in with a chance of making the top eight.

Jimmy Gough · Post by **Jimmy Gough** » Mon May 11, 2009 5:18 pm

Woooo. I was at college so I missed it but I don't think I'd want to watch myself anyway (I'm weird like that). I was really excited to know how you thought I did, so thanks for all the comments. I convinced myself that I'd ended up looking like a dick but (thankfully) nobody has said that yet and also my Dad said he thought I came across as smug

Everybody I've spoken to has been really excited, so yeah, totally enjoying my 5 minutes of fame.

Phil Reynolds wrote:
Matt Morrison wrote:I think Jimmy's great. He once said I was the best thing that happened to this forum, and I'll worship him forever for saying that.
I think Jimmy's OK. He said nobody gives a shit about me. I disliked him for about ten minutes for saying that.

I have a tendency to say a lot of stupid stuff on the Internet so please don't hate me for it.

WOOOOOO!

JimBentley · Post by **JimBentley** » Mon May 11, 2009 5:24 pm

Jimmy Gough wrote:my Dad said he thought I came across as smug

Anything but, mate, you seemed almost apologetic at times. Awesome stuff!

Kirk Bevins · Post by **Kirk Bevins** » Mon May 11, 2009 5:30 pm

Paul Howe wrote:I reckon he's going to make me forget about Kirk Bevins.

Great debut Jimmy. Let's have more of the same please. I love the conundrum where you offered different pronunciations - nice.

Phil Reynolds · Post by **Phil Reynolds** » Mon May 11, 2009 5:47 pm

Jimmy Gough wrote:I have a tendency to say a lot of stupid stuff on the Internet

I believe you've just defined "tautology".

James Doohan · Post by **James Doohan** » Mon May 11, 2009 6:42 pm

Well done Jimmy, nice debut, you should watch it if you can, you came across really well on the telly

Junaid Mubeen · Post by **Junaid Mubeen** » Mon May 11, 2009 10:00 pm

Awesome debut Jimmy, nice one. Look forward to tomorrow!

Douglas Wilson · Post by **Douglas Wilson** » Mon May 11, 2009 10:09 pm

Good debut, scoring in every round I believe.

Not a fan of the shirt though.

Thought Steve Davies came across as a bit of a tit also.

Kirk Bevins · Post by **Kirk Bevins** » Mon May 11, 2009 10:11 pm

Douglas Wilson wrote:
Thought Steve Davies came across as a bit of a tit also.

Yeah I thought that too but I've heard good things about him so I'm giving him the benefit of the doubt.

Charlie Reams · Post by **Charlie Reams** » Mon May 11, 2009 10:18 pm

Just watched the program properly having read the recap earlier - really good stuff, both contestants coming across really well and Jimmy clearly just exuding joy at being on the program. Great episode. Excited about tomorrow now too.

Douglas Wilson · Post by **Douglas Wilson** » Mon May 11, 2009 10:31 pm

Kirk Bevins wrote:
Douglas Wilson wrote:
Thought Steve Davies came across as a bit of a tit also.
Yeah I thought that too but I've heard good things about him so I'm giving him the benefit of the doubt.

I, like many on here am a snooker fan and he is a very good pundit on that and when I heard he was on it thought he would be suitable. Disapointed today but we'l see how the rest of the week pans out.

Paul Howe · Post by **Paul Howe** » Mon May 11, 2009 10:54 pm

Kai Laddiman wrote:
Who is Kirk Bevins & why should we know him in the first place?

I don't know!

Excellent debut Jimmy, I went out of my way to record it and can't say I was disappointed. Hopefully much more to come!

I thought Steve Davis was pretty decent, his "I had cottled too" line made me laugh but I guess it may have sounded overly harsh to some ears.

Howard Somerset · Post by **Howard Somerset** » Mon May 11, 2009 11:12 pm

Well done Jimmy. Just finished watching the programme over dinner. You seemed relaxed, but definitely not smug. Great performance. I now look forward to part 2.

Ralph Gillions · Post by **Ralph Gillions** » Tue May 12, 2009 12:24 am

Very good performance Jimmy.
You were good to watch.
Your previous avatar misled me.
I now know that you are pleasingly gentle.

Ben Hunter · Post by **Ben Hunter** » Tue May 12, 2009 12:29 am

Ralph Gillions wrote:Very good performance Jimmy.
You were good to watch.
Your previous avatar misled me.
I now know that you are pleasingly gentle.

That's what I thought when I met him too

. Thoroughly nice guy.

Dan Vanniasingham · Post by **Dan Vanniasingham** » Tue May 12, 2009 12:30 am

Can't add much to what's already been said. A seemingly nerveless debut against a solid player. Really pleased for you mate - hope you can keep it up.

Dinos Sfyris · Post by **Dinos Sfyris** » Tue May 12, 2009 12:42 am

Well done guy. Epic first win. Keep up the form and let me think... 115 x 8... hmmm, add a few more points for some 9s that will shurely be available and you may even displace Kirk as number 1 seed! Can't wait for tomorrow's show but it will have to wait cos I'm gonna Manchester with RP. Once again congrats, and any zoo would do well to have you

Jon Corby · Post by **Jon Corby** » Tue May 12, 2009 7:59 am

Very very good debut, well done Jimmy. Maybe the finals won't be the Bevins whitewash I was expecting...

Andrew Hulme · Post by **Andrew Hulme** » Tue May 12, 2009 8:01 am

Great Stuff. Until round 11 or something I Would have declared exactly the same words/solution as you for every single round! I really dont think you came across as smug either.

I like Steve Davis in DC.

Derek Hazell · Post by **Derek Hazell** » Tue May 12, 2009 8:18 am

Charlie Reams wrote:Just watched the program properly having read the recap earlier - really good stuff, both contestants coming across really well and Jimmy clearly just exuding joy at being on the program. Great episode. Excited about tomorrow now too.

Gamerromp

Philip Jarvis · Post by **Philip Jarvis** » Tue May 12, 2009 8:37 am

Yes - great debut Jimmy.

Hopefully, you'll go on a good run.

Jojo Apollo · Post by **Jojo Apollo** » Tue May 12, 2009 12:17 pm

Well played Jimmy, good ton debut. You look a bit like that actor in The Untouchables, you know - that killer bloke who got thrown from the top of the building.

ps. good to see snooker legend Steve Davis make his Countdown dictionary corner debut.

Vikash Shah · Post by **Vikash Shah** » Tue May 12, 2009 1:07 pm

Can't believe nobody's mentioned Rachel's outfit

Soooo unbelievably yummy...

Jon Corby · Post by **Jon Corby** » Tue May 12, 2009 1:45 pm

Vikash Shah wrote:Can't believe nobody's mentioned Rachel's outfit Soooo unbelievably yummy...

Oh yeah.

(is that a nipple?)

Vikash Shah · Post by **Vikash Shah** » Tue May 12, 2009 1:56 pm

Jon Corby wrote:
Vikash Shah wrote:Can't believe nobody's mentioned Rachel's outfit Soooo unbelievably yummy...
Oh yeah.

(is that a nipple?)

Dammit that domain is filtered as "Sex" by my work firewall and I CAN'T WAIT until I get home. HELP?

Jon Corby · Post by **Jon Corby** » Tue May 12, 2009 2:58 pm

Rehosted on tinypic, just for you Vikash

Allan Harmer · Post by **Allan Harmer** » Tue May 12, 2009 6:31 pm

I've just caught up with your game on my Sky Plus Box Jimmy, due to my Recap duties.

What a great start. I thought you came across as a great guy and echo everything else that has been said about you and can't wait to see what develops over the next week or so.

I must admit I thought Steve Davis came across as a really ncie guy (as he does on commentary). Funny how we all hated him when he was knocking out World Championships nineteen to the dozen. How times change.

Vikash Shah · Post by **Vikash Shah** » Tue May 12, 2009 8:00 pm

Jon Corby wrote:Rehosted on tinypic, just for you Vikash

Ta mate! Aah, so delectable... swoon...

Kai Laddiman · Post by **Kai Laddiman** » Fri May 15, 2009 6:06 pm

I reckon we should declare this day International Countdown Day (Bank Holiday).

Neil Zussman · Post by **Neil Zussman** » Fri May 15, 2009 11:42 pm

Kai Laddiman wrote:I reckon we should declare this day International Countdown Day (Bank Holiday).

Any reason why this day in particular (apart from the fact that it was Jimmys debut)? Or do you just want an extra day off school...

Kai Laddiman · Post by **Kai Laddiman** » Sat May 16, 2009 8:06 pm

Neil Zussman wrote:
Kai Laddiman wrote:I reckon we should declare this day International Countdown Day (Bank Holiday).
Any reason why this day in particular (apart from the fact that it was Jimmys debut)? Or do you just want an extra day off school...

It was the first day of Manchester, the day Innis recorded and the day Micra Man was on Eggheads. But otherwise, just for the holiday.