Business Executive Piotr Szczerek under fire for alleged theft of a signed cap from a child at the US Open tournament in Poland
In the world of sports, moments of triumph are often marked by tokens of appreciation, such as signed caps or balls. However, one such moment at the US Open 2025 turned sour when Polish businessman Piotr Szczerek, founder and CEO of Drogbruk, a leading Polish street paving company, snatched a signed cap intended for a young fan.
The cap was meant to be given by Polish tennis player Kamil Majchrzak to a child after his victory. The incident, which occurred before the child could reach the cap, has put Szczerek in the global limelight, but not for positive reasons.
Majchrzak, who has yet to publicly comment on the incident, took to Instagram to post a plea for the return of the cap, urging the boy to reach out to him. The child was found within an hour and received a replacement cap from Majchrzak.
The incident has sparked outrage and debate over fan behavior, with netizens labeling Szczerek's act as "entitled," "disgusting," and "a disgrace to sportsmanship." Some fans have even called on the US Open to ban Szczerek from future matches.
One user predicted that Szczerek's world would change due to his actions, while another wrote that he should find shame in his behavior. Some netizens suggested that Szczerek's actions were at a level 1000 on a scale of 1-100.
Despite the controversy, it's worth noting that Drogbruk is a leader in the paving industry and has supported local sports projects, sponsored tennis tournaments, and launched programs to help young athletes.
The US Open, an annual tennis tournament held in the United States, is known for its sportsmanship and camaraderie. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of respecting the spirit of the game and the joy it brings to its fans, especially the young ones.
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