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1st September 2025
04:13pm BST
A CEO has issued an official statement after 'stealing' a cap from a child at the US Open.
Piotr Szczerek, CEO of paving company Drogbruk was heavily criticised when a video of him snatching a signed hat from a kid went viral.
Polish tennis star Kamil Majchrzak signed a hat for a young boy in the stands, after which Szczerek grabbed the hat from the boy.
The 29-year-old tennis star took to his Instagram to locate the young boy, and even met with him for a photograph.
The CEO was labelled 'disgusting' and 'embarassing' by internet users.
Now, the CEO issued a full apology on social media, saying he made a 'huge mistake'.
"Due to the situation that happened during Kamil Majchrzak's match at the US Open, I would like to clearly apologize to the injured boy, his family, as well as all the fans and the player himself.
"I have made a huge mistake."
He continued: "In emotions, in the crowd rejoicing after the victory, I was convinced the tennis player tipped his hat in my direction - to my sons who have asked for autographs earlier.
"The misconception caused me to pull out my hand.
"Today I know I did something that looked like a deliberate collection of the child's souvenir."
The CEO also added: "This was not my intention, but it doesn't change the fact I hurt the boy and disappointed the fans.
"The hat was given to the boy, and apologies to the family. I hope, just partly, I have repaired the hurt that has been done."
Looks like everything worked out alright in the end!
