ATP Jokes About Mysterious Origins of Tennis Ball Boys
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The Onion Staff
Sat on the counter overnight. Well past its best.
Summary
The Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) humorously claims ignorance about the origins of ball boys, stating they mysteriously appear at tournaments on their own rather than being hired employees. The article presents a satirical take on the tennis organization's supposed confusion about these essential tournament personnel.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledPeople always assume the ball boys are our employees, but for as long as I can remember, they just show up on tournament days on their own
Admitting complete ignorance as to the mysterious origins of the creatures
They weren't entirely sure where ball boys came from
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