A millionaire CEO has found himself in hot water after being filmed snatching a cap from a young tennis fan at the US Open. Piotr Szczerek, head honcho of a Polish paving company, has issued a heartfelt apology following the backlash. The incident unfolded when Kamil Majchrzak, celebrating a stunning victory, handed his cap to a young fan named Brock. In a startling move, Szczerek took the cap and stashed it away, sparking outrage across social media.
Realising his mistake, Szczerek took to Facebook to express his regret, stating, “I made a huge mistake. I was caught up in the moment and thought the cap was meant for my sons. I never intended to upset anyone.” He continued, “I’m deeply sorry to Brock, his family, and the fans. This experience has been a tough lesson in humility.”
Thankfully, young Brock wasn’t left empty-handed. Majchrzak met up with him the next day, and the cheerful lad was seen posing with his hero, wearing a cap similar to the one taken. In a sweet Instagram post, Majchrzak shared, “Today after warm-up, I had a nice meeting,” adding, “Do you recognise [the cap]?” He also posted a message to the world, wishing everyone a great day alongside Brock.
Majchrzak sadly had to pull out from his next match due to an injury, but his heartwarming interaction with Brock surely left a lasting impression. Let’s hope lessons have been learned all around and this story serves as a reminder of the goodwill and sportsmanship that truly define tennis. 🎾✨