John McEnroe's TV talk show axed

John McEnroe's talk show launched in July

Former tennis player John McEnroe's TV talk show has been axed by US cable channel CNBC after poor ratings.

The show, called McEnroe, was watched by an average of 75,000 people a night - and sometimes got an audience of zero in the official TV ratings system.

McEnroe launched in July with TV bosses hoping his outspoken attitude and opinions would be a draw for viewers.

His guests have included actors such as Tom Hanks and Kevin Kline and music stars Sir Elton John and Sting.

The show, which is broadcast in the US at 2200 (0300 GMT) on week nights, will be off air by the end of the year, CNBC said.

McEnroe also had a stint hosting game show The Chair, with US and UK versions seen in 2002.