I was at a boxing event about 10 years ago collecting signatures on a boxing glove. Muhammad Ali made an unexpected appearance so of course I headed over to where he was walking in. His security was saying "no autographs" but he saw my glove hung over my shoulder, and without saying a word he motioned me over, took the glove and signed it.
I was at an event where Brooks Robinson was one of the guests. An announcement was made "no autographs please." Robinson leaned over to me and a few other guys and whispered "follow me." He led us out into the hallway where he signed for everyone.
And another boxing story: Former great Archie Moore was signing autographs at a public appearance. I noticed he had a hand full of pens. Seems if you didn't say "please" when you asked for his autograph, he kept your pen!
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