Ball Boys

Spencer Morgan

Meet Anthony Funicelli and Sean Murphy, two 17-year-old fans who made the trek to Flushing from Toms River, N.J., to get some of their balls signed by some of their favorite pros.

"Our goal was five for the day but we're already exceeding it," Funicelli boasted yesterday.

The boys also seemed to have made a study of players' signatures. Doubles champ Bob Bryan had left a bold, clearly legible signature that Funicelli called "very nice." James Blake's mark, on the other hand left something to be desired.

"It's pretty weak," said Mr. Murphy. "Not very good. But he was in a rush." (Later that afternoon, for what it's worth, Blake won.)

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Ron S. (not verified) says:

Ok, you told us that their names are Anthony Funicelli and Sean Murphy, but come on and help us out a little: which one is which?

East Village Animal (not verified) says:

I CAN'T BELIEVE that kid on the left is Italian.

Krista (not verified) says:

I've always wanted a giant tennis ball.

Akon (not verified) says:

At least the Bryans take the time to sign some autos. The top singles player should take a hint.

true (not verified) says:

LETS GO RAIDERS!!!! FUNI!!!!!

Anonymous (not verified) says:

OA
OA

adf (not verified) says:

ETC
チャットレディー

Anonymous (not verified) says:

人材派遣会社
葬儀

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