CEO issues official statement after ‘stealing’ cap from child at US Open

Piotr Szczerek, of paving company Drogbruk apologised for the incident.

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!